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R451 VGC

1998 Honda VFR800F

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,189 mi
Last recorded17,189 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800F29,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR451 VGC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2011 17,189 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 17,081 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 16,391 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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R451 VGC is a 1998 Honda VFR800F in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R451 VGC, 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 R451 VGC registered?

R451 VGC is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R451 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R451 VGC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R451 VGC have outstanding finance?

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