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R225 FLG

1998 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

37,898 mi
Last recorded37,898 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR225 FLG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 37,898 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 37,155 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 36,242 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 36,231 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 36,222 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 36,093 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 35,487 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 35,487 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 34,784 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 34,539 miles

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 5 May 2012 34,366 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 33,245 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 32,528 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 32,154 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 30,586 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 26,365 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 23,444 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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R225 FLG is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R225 FLG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R225 FLG?

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What year was R225 FLG registered?

R225 FLG is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R225 FLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R225 FLG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R225 FLG have outstanding finance?

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