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R607 ORN

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

34,526 mi
Last recorded34,526 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR607 ORN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 34,526 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 32,495 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2023 31,395 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 May 2022 30,815 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 30,570 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 30,501 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 30,438 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2017 30,338 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2016 30,149 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 30,149 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 29,954 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 29,140 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 May 2014 29,140 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 28,944 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 28,942 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 28,933 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 28,731 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 28,389 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 28,294 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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R607 ORN is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R607 ORN, 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 R607 ORN registered?

R607 ORN is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 18 December 1997.

Is R607 ORN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R607 ORN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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