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R176 YGC

1998 Honda VFR800F

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

24,927 mi
Last recorded24,927 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800F29,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR176 YGC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 24,927 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 22,202 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 20,481 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 19,099 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 17,297 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 16,646 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 15,211 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 14,181 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 11,079 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 9,807 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 7,897 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 6,496 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 4,906 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 4,542 miles

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

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

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

advise corroded condition of brakes

advise corrosion of oil cooler pipes exhaust system advise fork stanchons pitted. note headlight cracked,

Pass 12 Jun 2009 4,542 miles

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

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

advise corroded condition of brakes

advise corrosion of oil cooler pipes exhaust system advise fork stanchons pitted. note headlight cracked,

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800F?

Based on 5,992 MOT tests across 741 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
741
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
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R176 YGC is a 1998 Honda VFR800F in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR800F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 29,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R176 YGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800F typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VFR800F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R176 YGC registered?

R176 YGC is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 18 June 1998.

Is R176 YGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R176 YGC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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