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R602 BNG

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

45,047 mi
Last recorded45,047 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR602 BNG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 45,047 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 44,649 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 44,533 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 44,218 miles
Fail 29 May 2021 44,216 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2020 44,021 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018
Pass 19 Sep 2017 41,498 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 39,029 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 38,654 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 38,367 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 37,654 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 37,565 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 36,679 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 36,290 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 35,646 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 35,156 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 32,197 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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R602 BNG is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R602 BNG, 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 R602 BNG registered?

R602 BNG is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R602 BNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R602 BNG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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