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R207 URH

1998 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

42,544 mi
Last recorded42,544 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR207 URH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 42,544 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 42,047 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2025 42,047 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2024 42,011 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 41,795 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 40,342 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 38,380 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 34,767 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 34,042 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 32,677 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 32,254 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Jul 2016 32,254 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 28,705 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 24,023 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 23,271 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 23,023 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 22,928 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 22,317 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 20,547 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 18,763 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 17,348 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800?

Based on 72,376 MOT tests across 5,205 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
5,205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,029
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 447
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 441
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 280
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 243
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R207 URH is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 30,198 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,029 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R207 URH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VFR800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R207 URH registered?

R207 URH is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R207 URH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R207 URH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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