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S298 ARR

1998 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,470 mi
Last recorded41,470 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS298 ARR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 41,470 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 41,470 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 40,481 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2020 39,696 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 39,901 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 38,882 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 38,882 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2010 36,932 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008
Pass 8 May 2007 26,530 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 20,495 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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S298 ARR is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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

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 S298 ARR, 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.

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How do I check the history of S298 ARR?

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What year was S298 ARR registered?

S298 ARR is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 12 September 1998.

Is S298 ARR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S298 ARR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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