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S398 JGX

1999 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,366 mi
Last recorded52,366 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi27,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS398 JGX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 52,366 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 51,991 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 51,841 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 51,839 miles

Nearside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front control (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 51,325 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 51,024 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2010 48,587 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 48,583 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 43,961 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 39,873 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 39,873 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2006 35,232 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 35,232 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 7 Nov 2005 31,258 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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S398 JGX is a 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S398 JGX, 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 S398 JGX registered?

S398 JGX is a 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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