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R727 FBU

1998 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,203 mi
Last recorded67,203 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR727 FBU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 67,203 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front brake pad worn quite low

Pass 30 May 2024 63,832 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 62,429 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 61,409 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 59,144 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

rear tyre is worn close to wear bars

Pass 18 Jun 2019 58,209 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 56,699 miles

headrace bearings are slightly notchey

Pass 22 Apr 2017 54,728 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 52,485 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 50,161 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 47,651 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 46,378 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 46,025 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 43,884 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 41,687 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 39,657 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2007 38,501 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2005 38,134 miles

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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R727 FBU is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R727 FBU, 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 R727 FBU registered?

R727 FBU is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R727 FBU safe to buy?

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