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R953 ORA

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

11,738 mi
Last recorded11,738 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR953 ORA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2026 11,738 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2025 11,727 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 11,635 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 11,600 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 11,552 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 11,552 miles

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 11,464 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 11,313 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 11,236 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 11,107 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 10,931 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 10,931 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 10,877 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 10,786 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 10,516 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 10,283 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 10,074 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 9,317 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 8,846 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 8,317 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 7,103 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 6,551 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 5,920 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 5,387 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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R953 ORA is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R953 ORA, 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 R953 ORA registered?

R953 ORA is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 16 December 1997.

Is R953 ORA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R953 ORA shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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