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S279 NEF

1999 Honda VFR800 Fi

Yellow Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

32,464 mi
Last recorded32,464 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi27,250 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS279 NEF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 32,464 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 32,464 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 32,436 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 31,915 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front brake binding silght

Pass 23 May 2015 30,523 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 May 2015 30,523 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 May 2014 28,158 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 17 May 2014 28,158 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 27,745 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 26,576 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 25,409 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 23,320 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 22,430 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 20,785 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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S279 NEF is a 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi in Yellow with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 27,250 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 VFR800 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S279 NEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S279 NEF registered?

S279 NEF is a 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 19 January 1999.

Is S279 NEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S279 NEF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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