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R312 LAC

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

19,818 mi
Last recorded19,818 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR312 LAC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 19,818 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 19,812 miles

Nearside Rear Pillion Footpeg Missing

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 19,810 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Pillion Footpeg Missing

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2016 19,781 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 19,777 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 19,774 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 19,770 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 19,626 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 19,526 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 19,480 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2007 19,427 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 19,115 miles

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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R312 LAC is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 R312 LAC, 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 R312 LAC registered?

R312 LAC is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 5 December 1997.

Is R312 LAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R312 LAC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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