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CLZ 8718

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,634 mi
Last recorded31,634 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLZ 8718
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 31,634 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2025 31,558 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 31,101 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 29,597 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 27,141 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 26,674 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 26,431 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 26,336 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 25,986 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 25,535 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 8718 is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 8718, 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 8718?

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What year was CLZ 8718 registered?

CLZ 8718 is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 29 July 1998.

Is CLZ 8718 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLZ 8718 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CLZ 8718 have outstanding finance?

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