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S947 KUB

1998 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,850 mi
Last recorded30,850 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS947 KUB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2026 30,850 miles

1 X REAR POSITION LAMP NOT WORKING

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 30,747 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 30,496 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 28,818 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 28,684 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 28,006 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2020 27,164 miles

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

Central Rear plug in rear tyre

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

Pass 11 May 2019 26,304 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 20,403 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 20,203 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 16,536 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 12,658 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 12,377 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 12,107 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 11,845 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 11,351 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 10,435 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 9,893 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 9,353 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 9,072 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 8,311 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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S947 KUB is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S947 KUB, 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 S947 KUB registered?

S947 KUB is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S947 KUB safe to buy?

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