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R29 AAU

1998 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

30,348 mi
Last recorded30,348 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 AAU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021 30,348 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 29,454 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 29,454 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 28,233 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 28,233 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies hand brake light inop (1.3.1a)

Fail 21 Jul 2017 28,233 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies hand brake light inop (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 27,392 miles

Clutch fluid low.

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 26,633 miles

Fairing bolt missing.

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 31 Jul 2014 26,630 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Fairing bolt missing.

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 24,993 miles

Clufch fluid low.

Fairing panels missing.

Pass 27 Jul 2012 24,527 miles

Clutch fluid low.

Pass 22 Jul 2011 23,437 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jul 2011 23,437 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 22,206 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 20,407 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 20,407 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 19,500 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 19,500 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 63,511 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 61,769 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 61,769 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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R29 AAU is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 R29 AAU, 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 R29 AAU registered?

R29 AAU is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R29 AAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R29 AAU shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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