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R291 NRR

1998 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

79,326 mi
Last recorded79,326 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR291 NRR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 79,326 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 76,936 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 74,580 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 74,580 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 70,146 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 70,135 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 2 Feb 2012 67,306 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 67,306 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 60,242 miles

BEAM IMAGE KICK UP MASKED WITH TAPE.

Pass 29 Jan 2010 58,627 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 45,605 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 38,819 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 38,819 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 31,360 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 16 Jan 2007 31,303 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2005 27,145 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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R291 NRR is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R291 NRR, 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 R291 NRR registered?

R291 NRR is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R291 NRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R291 NRR shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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