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R780 OTH

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,718 mi
Last recorded27,718 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR780 OTH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2013 27,718 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 26,748 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 24,819 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 24,016 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 21,496 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 19,696 miles

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

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

note crack in n/s mirror.

Fail 3 Jun 2006 14,276 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 14,276 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R780 OTH is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R780 OTH, 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 R780 OTH?

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What year was R780 OTH registered?

R780 OTH is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 8 December 1997.

Is R780 OTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R780 OTH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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