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S46 AKP

1998 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

68,085 mi
Last recorded68,085 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS46 AKP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2014 68,085 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 31 May 2014 68,078 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 May 2013 66,522 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 66,522 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 56,748 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 56,727 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 49,555 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 49,555 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 48,170 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 46,834 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 46,834 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 46,298 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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S46 AKP is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 S46 AKP, 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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What year was S46 AKP registered?

S46 AKP is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S46 AKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S46 AKP shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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