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R885 LAA

1998 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,938 mi
Last recorded43,938 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR885 LAA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 27 May 2025 43,938 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 43,850 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 40,829 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 32,750 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 25,532 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil L/H (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 19,006 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 18,671 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 17,167 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 16,656 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 15,957 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 15,174 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 14,859 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 14,181 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 14,012 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 13,586 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 12,812 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 11,684 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 11,025 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 10,253 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 9,541 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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R885 LAA is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R885 LAA, 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 R885 LAA registered?

R885 LAA is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R885 LAA safe to buy?

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