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R770 VLK

1997 Honda F6C

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,965 mi
Last recorded39,965 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda F6C24,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR770 VLK
MakeHonda
ModelF6C
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 39,965 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

swing arm corrosion

Pass 28 May 2024 39,866 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 39,010 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 Jun 2023 38,990 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 35,023 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 34,796 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 33,750 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2016 32,189 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 31,232 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 31,188 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 30,214 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 28,585 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 27,300 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 25,789 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 23,381 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 19,298 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 18,769 miles

How Reliable is the Honda F6C?

Based on 10,739 MOT tests across 849 vehicles.

91.3%
Pass Rate
789
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 22
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R770 VLK is a 1997 Honda F6C in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1997 Honda F6C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 24,466 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda F6C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R770 VLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda F6C typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Honda F6C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R770 VLK registered?

R770 VLK is a 1997 Honda F6C, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R770 VLK safe to buy?

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