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R115 GFU

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

41,038 mi
Last recorded41,038 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR115 GFU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 41,038 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 43,900 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 43,046 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 41,721 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 39,396 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 37,859 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 32,695 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 34,680 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 33,271 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 32,441 miles

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 28,606 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 24,329 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 21,179 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 21,179 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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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R115 GFU 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 92.9%.

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 R115 GFU, 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 R115 GFU registered?

R115 GFU is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R115 GFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R115 GFU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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