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R536 WAK

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,440 mi
Last recorded36,440 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR536 WAK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 36,440 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 36,054 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 35,321 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 35,321 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 34,304 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 33,896 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 33,614 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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R536 WAK is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 R536 WAK, 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 R536 WAK?

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What year was R536 WAK registered?

R536 WAK is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 19 December 1997.

Is R536 WAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R536 WAK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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