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R401 KCA

1998 Honda VFR800F

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,226 mi
Last recorded36,226 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800F29,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR401 KCA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2024 36,226 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 35,631 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 35,162 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 34,189 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 32,763 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 32,550 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 29,546 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 28,008 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 24,782 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 20,458 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 16,604 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 13,377 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 9,412 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 7,350 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))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 May 2011 3,686 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 3,665 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 1,725 miles

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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R401 KCA is a 1998 Honda VFR800F in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R401 KCA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R401 KCA registered?

R401 KCA is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is R401 KCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R401 KCA shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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