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R290 CJN

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,249 mi
Last recorded33,249 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR290 CJN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 33,249 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 33,194 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 32,673 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 32,662 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 31,614 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 31,147 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 31,015 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 28,815 miles

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

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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R290 CJN is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R290 CJN, 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

How do I check the history of R290 CJN?

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What year was R290 CJN registered?

R290 CJN is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 15 December 1997.

Is R290 CJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R290 CJN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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