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R684 YDC

1998 Honda VFR800F

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,856 mi
Last recorded74,856 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800F29,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR684 YDC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 74,856 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 73,438 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 72,051 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear hugger/mudguard slightly insecure

Pass 24 Apr 2023 70,514 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 69,483 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 69,180 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 69,152 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn rear suspension linkage bushes/bearings badly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 68,485 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 67,535 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 66,458 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 66,400 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 66,234 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 61,761 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 57,055 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2006 50,607 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 50,607 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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R684 YDC is a 1998 Honda VFR800F in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R684 YDC, 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.

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What year was R684 YDC registered?

R684 YDC is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 16 June 1998.

Is R684 YDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R684 YDC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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