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R908 PJM

1998 Honda VFR800F

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

52,387 mi
Last recorded52,387 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800F29,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR908 PJM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2012 52,387 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 Oct 2012 52,386 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 50,429 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 48,424 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 48,423 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 46,316 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2009 46,316 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 44,120 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 41,833 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 38,002 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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R908 PJM is a 1998 Honda VFR800F in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R908 PJM, 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.

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What year was R908 PJM registered?

R908 PJM is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R908 PJM safe to buy?

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