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R757 XBV

1998 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

39,516 mi
Last recorded39,516 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR757 XBV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 39,516 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2026 39,516 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 120/70/ZR17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 180/55/ZR17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2020 39,501 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2020 39,501 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 38,991 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 38,376 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 37,932 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 36,314 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 35,031 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 32,779 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 31,835 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Aug 2011 31,719 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2010 31,060 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2009 29,999 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2008 29,121 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 27,800 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 25,082 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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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R757 XBV is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R757 XBV, 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

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What year was R757 XBV registered?

R757 XBV is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R757 XBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R757 XBV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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