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R708 DRE

1998 Honda VFR800F

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

35,629 mi
Last recorded35,629 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800F29,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR708 DRE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 35,629 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 35,615 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 35,414 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 33,833 miles

Nearside Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 32,319 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 32,102 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 31,213 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 31,152 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 29,869 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 29,825 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 28,158 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 27,004 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 26,983 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 25,309 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 24,370 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 May 2012 24,370 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 23,868 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 23,449 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 23,449 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 22,849 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 21,003 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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R708 DRE is a 1998 Honda VFR800F in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R708 DRE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R708 DRE registered?

R708 DRE is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 9 January 1998.

Is R708 DRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R708 DRE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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