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S299 LRN

1998 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,670 mi
Last recorded39,670 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
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

RegistrationS299 LRN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 39,670 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2026 39,659 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 39,095 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Jul 2025 39,060 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 37,861 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 37,787 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 37,754 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 14 Mar 2007 36,450 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 35,215 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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S299 LRN is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S299 LRN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S299 LRN?

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What year was S299 LRN registered?

S299 LRN is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S299 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S299 LRN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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