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S505 ADO

1999 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,515 mi
Last recorded24,515 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi27,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS505 ADO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 24,515 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 24,464 miles

drive chain slightly loose

Pass 18 Apr 2024 24,324 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

both tyres seem to be low on pressure

Pass 3 Mar 2023 23,935 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 21,516 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 20,457 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 20,202 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 19,830 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 19,561 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 19,424 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 19,315 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 19,315 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 28 May 2012 18,768 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 May 2012 18,768 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 18,466 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 18,357 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 18,352 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 17,379 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 15,746 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 11,810 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

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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S505 ADO is a 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S505 ADO, 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 S505 ADO registered?

S505 ADO is a 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 22 January 1999.

Is S505 ADO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S505 ADO shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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