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R100 VFR

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,772 mi
Last recorded14,772 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR100 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2025 14,772 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 14,718 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 14,644 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 14,606 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Tyres are quite old

Pass 23 Sep 2021 14,572 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 14,491 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 14,429 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 14,291 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 14,257 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 13,987 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 13,952 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 13,880 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 13,676 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 13,641 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 13,419 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 13,346 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 13,176 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 13,120 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 13,017 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 12,766 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R100 VFR is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R100 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 R100 VFR registered?

R100 VFR is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 14 February 1998.

Is R100 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R100 VFR shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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