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R201 NFX

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,934 mi
Last recorded65,934 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR201 NFX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 65,934 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 63,139 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front and rear brake pads are all wearing low (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured one of the two bulbs fitted is inoperative (1.1.2b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit the front tyre is wearing low (4.1.3(i))

Pass 23 Dec 2015 59,795 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 56,973 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

rear tyre low on tread

Pass 4 Nov 2014 56,973 miles

rear tyre low on tread

Pass 24 Oct 2013 50,757 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 45,433 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 40,101 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 34,725 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 34,698 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2009 29,311 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 23,967 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 20,020 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 18,557 miles

advise + some damage to exhast pipe close to collector box

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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R201 NFX is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R201 NFX, 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.

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What year was R201 NFX registered?

R201 NFX is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R201 NFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R201 NFX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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