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R430 ULK

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,252 mi
Last recorded130,252 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR430 ULK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2025 130,252 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 130,018 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 124,616 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 115,943 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 109,160 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 99,404 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 95,258 miles

Nearside head lamp not working

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 87,539 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 75,222 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 71,668 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 63,879 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 56,913 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 54,830 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 53,608 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 51,135 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 49,404 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 48,889 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 48,222 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 47,860 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 47,501 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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R430 ULK is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R430 ULK, 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 R430 ULK registered?

R430 ULK is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 4 December 1997.

Is R430 ULK safe to buy?

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