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V588 LVH

1999 Honda VFR800F

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

31,040 mi
Last recorded31,040 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR800F22,910 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV588 LVH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 31,040 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 30,864 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 30,781 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 30,586 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 30,579 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 30,001 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 29,989 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2020 29,989 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 29,638 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 29,638 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jan 2011 29,554 miles

3rd gear does not select

Pass 3 Dec 2009 28,715 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 28,698 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 26,805 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2005 26,729 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

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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V588 LVH is a 1999 Honda VFR800F in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1999 Honda VFR800F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 22,910 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 V588 LVH, 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 27 years old, this Honda VFR800F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V588 LVH registered?

V588 LVH is a 1999 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V588 LVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V588 LVH shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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