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R688 DVU

1998 Honda Vfr 800

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

35,745 mi
Last recorded35,745 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Vfr 80035,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR688 DVU
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 35,745 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 34,870 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 33,213 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 31,436 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 29,517 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 28,648 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 26,632 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2019 26,632 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 26,504 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 26,332 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 25,797 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 23,900 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 21,712 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 20,017 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 19,179 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 800?

Based on 1,426 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
934
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
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R688 DVU is a 1998 Honda Vfr 800 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda Vfr 800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 35,816 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vfr 800 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R688 DVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Vfr 800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R688 DVU registered?

R688 DVU is a 1998 Honda Vfr 800, first registered on 2 June 1998.

Is R688 DVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R688 DVU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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