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R568 BLK

1998 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

45,768 mi
Last recorded45,768 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR568 BLK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 45,768 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 45,211 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 44,812 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 43,433 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 39,325 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 37,075 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 36,968 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 36,600 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 36,349 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 36,208 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 35,615 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Apr 2014 35,614 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 34,818 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2011 33,769 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 31,979 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 12 Mar 2009 30,215 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 30,215 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 16,384 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 13,669 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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R568 BLK is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R568 BLK, 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 R568 BLK registered?

R568 BLK is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R568 BLK safe to buy?

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