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R78 CVG

1998 Honda VFR800F

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

36,810 mi
Last recorded36,810 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800F29,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR78 CVG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 36,810 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Mar 2026 36,810 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure Clip missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure Clip missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced Only 1 bulb working (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 35,982 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 35,757 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 34,996 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 33,162 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 31,503 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 30,222 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 28,078 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 27,761 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 27,369 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 26,453 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 25,584 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 24,960 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 24,300 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 23,634 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 22,924 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 21,958 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 21,143 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 20,315 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 18,894 miles

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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R78 CVG 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 95.2%.

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 R78 CVG, 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 R78 CVG registered?

R78 CVG is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 23 May 1998.

Is R78 CVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R78 CVG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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