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R924 SSW

1998 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

41,313 mi
Last recorded41,313 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi29,099 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR924 SSW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 41,313 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2023 41,313 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (Cracking To Sidewalls,Rubber Compound Perished) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake component slightly loose (Brake Pipe Joining Manifold Bolt Loose) (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2020 40,874 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 40,641 miles

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 6 Jul 2017 40,629 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 40,292 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 39,723 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 38,691 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 38,691 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 30,410 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 30,410 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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R924 SSW is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 29,099 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 VFR800 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R924 SSW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R924 SSW registered?

R924 SSW is a 1998 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is R924 SSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R924 SSW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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