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R408 JFE

1997 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

29,036 mi
Last recorded29,036 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR408 JFE
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 29,036 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 28,012 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 27,888 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 27,565 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 27,416 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 27,219 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 26,517 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 25,834 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 25,322 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 24,493 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 24,002 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 23,330 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 31 May 2013 23,002 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 23,002 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 May 2012 22,572 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 22,112 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 20,789 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 18,841 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 16,110 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 11,053 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 9,001 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr?

Based on 41,575 MOT tests across 5,815 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,191
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 222
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 161
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
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R408 JFE is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 32,670 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vfr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R408 JFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vfr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R408 JFE?

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What year was R408 JFE registered?

R408 JFE is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R408 JFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R408 JFE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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