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S38 DTO

1998 Honda Vfr 800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

54,170 mi
Last recorded54,170 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Vfr 80035,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS38 DTO
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 800
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2024 54,170 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2024 54,147 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2023 50,832 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 47,641 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 45,654 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 45,006 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 44,529 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 44,529 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 17 Jun 2017 44,513 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 30 Mar 2016 41,431 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 41,419 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Fail 25 Mar 2015 40,763 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 40,763 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 38,612 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 37,711 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 34,954 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 31,003 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 30,620 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 30,620 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 30,419 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 29,449 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 27,326 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 800?

Based on 1,426 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
934
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
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S38 DTO is a 1998 Honda Vfr 800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda Vfr 800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 35,816 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 Vfr 800 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S38 DTO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Vfr 800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S38 DTO registered?

S38 DTO is a 1998 Honda Vfr 800, first registered on 21 October 1998.

Is S38 DTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S38 DTO shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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