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P260 WHG

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,906 mi
Last recorded48,906 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP260 WHG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 48,906 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 47,316 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2024 47,316 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 46,006 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 44,968 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 44,968 miles

Central Front Inner Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 44,554 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 43,297 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 43,297 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 42,661 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 42,652 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 37,022 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 32,008 miles

slight squeal on front brakes at slow speed - new pads fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2013 28,565 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 27,729 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 27,413 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 25,799 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 25,794 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 25,236 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 24,632 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 22,684 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 20,969 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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P260 WHG is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 31,147 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P260 WHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P260 WHG registered?

P260 WHG is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P260 WHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P260 WHG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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