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S488 XHL

1999 Honda VFR800 Fi

Yellow Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,974 mi
Last recorded25,974 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2006
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi27,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS488 XHL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2006 25,974 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Lower Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

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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S488 XHL is a 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi in Yellow with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S488 XHL, 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

How do I check the history of S488 XHL?

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What year was S488 XHL registered?

S488 XHL is a 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 11 January 1999.

Is S488 XHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S488 XHL shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S488 XHL have outstanding finance?

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