Used Sony SLV-SE720G VIDEO RECORDER with RMT-V406 remote control, powers on OK and have tested playing a VHS Movie fine. Tracking may need adjusting or heads cleaning etc but this is a working VCR unit which can be seen working. These sell for £50 on eBay
Cash on collection Harrogate area maybe able to arrange postage.
User Instruction Manual:
http://pdf.crse.com/manuals/3073153113.pdf
Thanks for looking!