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S751 VNM

1998 Honda VFR800F

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

59,967 mi
Last recorded59,967 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR800F29,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS751 VNM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 59,967 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 57,217 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 55,135 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 55,303 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Feb 2022 53,095 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 59,900 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jan 2021 59,900 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2019 50,844 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 49,310 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 49,310 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2017 47,679 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 42,295 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 41,996 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 41,804 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 41,287 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 41,025 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 40,230 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 40,230 miles

Front Upper Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 38,866 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 37,708 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 37,213 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 36,495 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 35,871 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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S751 VNM is a 1998 Honda VFR800F in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 S751 VNM, 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 S751 VNM registered?

S751 VNM is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S751 VNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S751 VNM shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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