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R101 GKO

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,920 mi
Last recorded17,920 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR101 GKO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 17,920 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 17,852 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 17,812 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 17,694 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 17,597 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 17,334 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 17,231 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 17,003 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 17,003 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 16,846 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 16,674 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 16,318 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 15,319 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 14,899 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 14,182 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 13,905 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 13,408 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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R101 GKO is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R101 GKO, 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 R101 GKO?

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What year was R101 GKO registered?

R101 GKO is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 8 February 1998.

Is R101 GKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R101 GKO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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