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R123 SUT

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,896 mi
Last recorded36,896 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR123 SUT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 36,896 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 35,149 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 33,943 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 32,299 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 22,853 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 22,671 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 21,720 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 21,614 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 21,555 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 21,529 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 21,510 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 21,449 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 21,449 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 21,300 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 21,154 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 20,101 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 19,782 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 19,782 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 19,341 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 19,082 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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R123 SUT 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 95%.

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 R123 SUT, 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 R123 SUT registered?

R123 SUT is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R123 SUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R123 SUT shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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