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M900 VFR

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

74,231 mi
Last recorded74,231 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM900 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 74,231 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 66,176 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 66,138 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 65,829 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 65,659 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 May 2021 65,659 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 65,330 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 64,933 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 64,871 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 64,503 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 63,945 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 63,250 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 62,496 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 60,836 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 60,045 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Aug 2010 58,976 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 57,462 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 53,445 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 53,445 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 May 2007 51,001 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 48,500 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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M900 VFR is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 M900 VFR, 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 M900 VFR registered?

M900 VFR is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is M900 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M900 VFR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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