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R101 TCY

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,270 mi
Last recorded34,270 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR101 TCY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 34,270 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2020 34,248 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 33,962 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 33,940 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 33,908 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 31,513 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 28,907 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 28,085 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 25,284 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 22,761 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 19,351 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 15,510 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 13,817 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 11,580 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 7,461 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 7,439 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 7,423 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 TCY is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 R101 TCY, 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 TCY?

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What year was R101 TCY registered?

R101 TCY is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is R101 TCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R101 TCY shows 17 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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