MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,414 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Throttle slow to return on r/h lock
How Reliable is the Honda VFR800?
Based on 72,376 MOT tests across 5,205 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R493 HGN is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 R493 HGN, 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 R493 HGN registered?
R493 HGN is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 24 March 1998.
Is R493 HGN safe to buy?
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