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R275 ULH

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,302 mi
Last recorded30,302 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR275 ULH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 30,302 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 18 Apr 2015 30,254 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 27,228 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2012 17,649 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 15,707 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2010 14,699 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 14,699 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 14,535 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 13,668 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Jul 2006 12,576 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R275 ULH is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R275 ULH, 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 R275 ULH registered?

R275 ULH is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 18 December 1997.

Is R275 ULH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R275 ULH shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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