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S199 XOG

1998 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

17,239 mi
Last recorded17,239 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS199 XOG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 17,239 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 16,943 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 16,543 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 15,943 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 15,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 13,850 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 11,393 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 11,367 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 11,362 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,360 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 11,178 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 10,273 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 9,571 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 8,840 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 8,342 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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S199 XOG is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S199 XOG, 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 S199 XOG registered?

S199 XOG is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is S199 XOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S199 XOG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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