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R120 JSC

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

63,596 mi
Last recorded63,596 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR120 JSC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 63,596 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear shock linkage play

Pass 23 Apr 2024 62,505 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 62,505 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 60,492 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 59,131 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 58,283 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 57,596 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 55,644 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 52,130 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 48,389 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 43,537 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 37,266 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 37,265 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011

milometer inop

Fail 5 Apr 2011

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

milometer inop at time of test and unable to get miles from bike . rear ehaust clamp missing (not leaking and is secure)

Fail 24 Jul 2009 36,963 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 36,963 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 36,495 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 33,830 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 28,284 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 28,254 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

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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R120 JSC is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R120 JSC, 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 R120 JSC registered?

R120 JSC is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R120 JSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R120 JSC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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