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R779 GEG

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,036 mi
Last recorded39,036 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR779 GEG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2023 39,036 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 38,914 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 38,636 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 37,316 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front mudguard broken, cracked (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 36,815 miles

front mudgard cracked

Pass 17 Jan 2017 36,538 miles

Central Front Front suspension has been modified Front mudguard/fork brace is not factory part and is cracking. (2.3.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 32,478 miles

Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2014 32,078 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 29,070 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 25,030 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 22,420 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 20,700 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 19,491 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 17,109 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2007 16,711 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 23,665 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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R779 GEG is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R779 GEG, 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.

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What year was R779 GEG registered?

R779 GEG is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R779 GEG safe to buy?

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