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R127 ALK

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

126,130 mi
Last recorded126,130 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR127 ALK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2013 126,130 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 117,388 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 117,333 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 Aug 2011 117,327 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 115,504 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 104,243 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 104,243 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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R127 ALK is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R127 ALK, 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.

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What year was R127 ALK registered?

R127 ALK is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 20 June 1998.

Is R127 ALK safe to buy?

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