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T279 LNT

1999 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

35,238 mi
Last recorded35,238 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR80029,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT279 LNT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 35,238 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 34,771 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 34,429 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 33,996 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 33,150 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 33,150 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 31,129 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 26,921 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 25,613 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 24,334 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 24,078 miles

Front brake slightly binding

Pass 19 Mar 2010 36,943 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 3 Nov 2008 34,889 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 32,418 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 29,382 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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T279 LNT is a 1999 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1999 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 29,032 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 T279 LNT, 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 27 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 T279 LNT registered?

T279 LNT is a 1999 Honda VFR800, first registered on 7 May 1999.

Is T279 LNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T279 LNT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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