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R442 MFV

1998 Honda VFR800F

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,310 mi
Last recorded152,310 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800F29,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR442 MFV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2025 152,310 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 151,687 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 150,390 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 146,418 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 141,374 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 135,063 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 130,052 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 119,819 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 113,756 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 103,027 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 90,422 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 83,063 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 78,121 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 70,131 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 60,813 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 54,385 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 47,876 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 42,652 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 38,278 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 32,218 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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R442 MFV is a 1998 Honda VFR800F in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R442 MFV, 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 R442 MFV registered?

R442 MFV is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 8 January 1998.

Is R442 MFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R442 MFV shows 20 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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