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J3 RFE

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

14,900 mi
Last recorded14,900 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 RFE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 14,900 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 14,773 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 14,746 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 14,728 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 14,590 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 14,590 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 14,569 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 14,494 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 14,363 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 14,318 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 14,024 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 13,805 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 13,640 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 12,819 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 12,006 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 9,238 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2008 9,238 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 8,154 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 8,063 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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J3 RFE is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J3 RFE, 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

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What year was J3 RFE registered?

J3 RFE is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is J3 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J3 RFE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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