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CLZ 8529

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

14,689 mi
Last recorded14,689 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLZ 8529
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 14,689 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 14,529 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 14,305 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 13,830 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 13,135 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 12,623 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 11,688 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 11,688 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 10,600 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 10,574 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 8,610 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 7,312 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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CLZ 8529 is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 29,099 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 CLZ 8529, 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 28 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 CLZ 8529?

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What year was CLZ 8529 registered?

CLZ 8529 is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is CLZ 8529 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLZ 8529 shows 12 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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