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S215 MCS

1998 Honda VFR800F

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800F29,199 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS215 MCS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front indicators discoloured . (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 May 2023 53,256 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 52,984 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 52,984 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2021 52,397 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front direction indicators discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 51,535 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Mar 2020 51,535 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 50,165 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2015 48,751 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 47,401 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 47,401 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 45,762 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 44,527 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 42,800 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 41,032 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 37,862 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 35,325 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 33,143 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 30,913 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 28,526 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 28,371 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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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S215 MCS 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 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S215 MCS, 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.

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What year was S215 MCS registered?

S215 MCS is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 28 October 1998.

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The MOT history for S215 MCS shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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