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S205 UKJ

1998 Honda VFR800F

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

44,284 mi
Last recorded44,284 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800F29,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS205 UKJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 44,284 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 43,515 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 43,500 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 42,626 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 41,963 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 41,214 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 37,931 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

one rear position bulb not working

one rear position bulb not working

Pass 27 Apr 2018 36,386 miles

one dip light bulb not working

one rear position bulb not working

Pass 12 Apr 2017 33,444 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 31,592 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 30,699 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 28,206 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 24,476 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 21,451 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 19,907 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 17,853 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2009 15,093 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2009 15,078 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2007 10,645 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 9,926 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 9,926 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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S205 UKJ 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 90.5%.

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 S205 UKJ, 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 S205 UKJ registered?

S205 UKJ is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S205 UKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S205 UKJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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