MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
48,225 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Twin bulb rear light fitted, only one illuminates. 50% of the rear light is still functional
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Honda VFR800F?
Based on 5,992 MOT tests across 741 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S973 OEW is a 1998 Honda VFR800F in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 S973 OEW, 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 S973 OEW registered?
S973 OEW is a 1998 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 29 September 1998.
Is S973 OEW safe to buy?
The MOT history for S973 OEW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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