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R126 YAO

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,507 mi
Last recorded30,507 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR126 YAO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 30,507 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy with wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 30,505 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy with wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 27,596 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 23,913 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 21,101 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 20,906 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 20,541 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 20,514 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 May 2013 20,305 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 20,305 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 19,340 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 19,340 miles

Centre Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 May 2011 17,701 miles

Centre Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 18 May 2011 17,701 miles

Centre Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 26 May 2010 17,200 miles

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 May 2009 17,158 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2009 17,158 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 16,421 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 16,421 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 16,394 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 14,313 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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R126 YAO 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 71.4%.

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 R126 YAO, 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 R126 YAO registered?

R126 YAO is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 2 February 1998.

Is R126 YAO safe to buy?

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