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S450 MFP

1998 Honda VFR800F

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,522 mi
Last recorded36,522 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800F29,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS450 MFP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 36,522 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 35,406 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 30,316 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 23,692 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 23,136 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 23,108 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 23,081 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800F?

Based on 5,992 MOT tests across 741 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
741
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
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S450 MFP is a 1998 Honda VFR800F in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR800F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 29,199 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 VFR800F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S450 MFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800F typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VFR800F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S450 MFP registered?

S450 MFP is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S450 MFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S450 MFP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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