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S98 GEU

1999 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,508 mi
Last recorded32,508 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda Vfr28,167 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS98 GEU
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 32,508 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 30,235 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 29,071 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 31,200 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 28,548 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 27,334 miles

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 5 Mar 2016 27,334 miles

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

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2014 26,902 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 26,844 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 26,840 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 26,800 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2010 26,800 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 24,766 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 22,675 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 22,675 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 18,411 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr?

Based on 41,575 MOT tests across 5,815 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,191
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 222
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 161
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
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S98 GEU is a 1999 Honda Vfr in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1999 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 28,167 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 Vfr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S98 GEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 27 years old, this Honda Vfr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S98 GEU?

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What year was S98 GEU registered?

S98 GEU is a 1999 Honda Vfr, first registered on 8 January 1999.

Is S98 GEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S98 GEU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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