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S707 LGM

1998 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

43,476 mi
Last recorded43,476 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS707 LGM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 43,476 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2025 43,476 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 42,242 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 41,250 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 39,081 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 39,066 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 38,953 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 38,953 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2018 37,543 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 35,176 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 33,227 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 31,612 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 30,463 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 May 2012 27,969 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 27,334 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 23,425 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 23,735 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 23,731 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 19 May 2008 21,226 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 15,450 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 15,440 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 May 2006 11,755 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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S707 LGM is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 S707 LGM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S707 LGM registered?

S707 LGM is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S707 LGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S707 LGM shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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