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S203 NUG

1998 Honda VFR800F

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

68,707 mi
Last recorded68,707 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800F29,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS203 NUG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 68,707 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 68,613 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 67,922 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 66,898 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 65,637 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 65,112 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 64,704 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 64,034 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 63,651 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 62,063 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 60,537 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 58,482 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 55,408 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 52,369 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 49,531 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 45,648 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 40,960 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 38,672 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 35,752 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 35,752 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 31,420 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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S203 NUG is a 1998 Honda VFR800F in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S203 NUG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S203 NUG registered?

S203 NUG is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 24 August 1998.

Is S203 NUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S203 NUG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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