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P30 VFR

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,498 mi
Last recorded18,498 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP30 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 18,498 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 16,211 miles

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 16,211 miles

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 12,499 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 12,460 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy Stiff with front wheel raised. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 May 2017 11,801 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2016 11,047 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 10,375 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 May 2014 9,708 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 7,437 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 6,731 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 5,894 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 4,953 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 4,271 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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P30 VFR is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P30 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 P30 VFR registered?

P30 VFR is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is P30 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P30 VFR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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