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R702 VHY

1998 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

21,183 mi
Last recorded21,183 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR702 VHY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2011 21,183 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2011 21,183 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 19,897 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 19,709 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 19,141 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2006 18,707 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 18,686 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front 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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R702 VHY is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R702 VHY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R702 VHY?

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What year was R702 VHY registered?

R702 VHY is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R702 VHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R702 VHY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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