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R985 NFV

1998 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

40,966 mi
Last recorded40,966 miles
Recorded on7 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR985 NFV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2022 40,966 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 40,904 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 40,704 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 40,523 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 40,024 miles

beam deflector fitted

Pass 31 Jan 2017 39,527 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2016 39,220 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 38,924 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 38,767 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 38,309 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 36,875 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 28,797 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 28,797 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Feb 2007 22,932 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 22,932 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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R985 NFV is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R985 NFV, 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 R985 NFV registered?

R985 NFV is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 20 May 1998.

Is R985 NFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R985 NFV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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