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V588 MGJ

2000 Honda VFR800 Fi

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

26,476 mi
Last recorded26,476 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi26,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV588 MGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 26,476 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2024 26,461 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2022 26,448 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 26,437 miles

Front Front brake discs slight corrosion

Rear rear exhaust pipe clamp heavily corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2018 26,388 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 26,292 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 26,100 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 25,898 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 25,749 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 25,283 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 25,283 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 24,556 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 24,556 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 23,842 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 22,552 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 22,158 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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V588 MGJ is a 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 26,330 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 VFR800 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V588 MGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V588 MGJ registered?

V588 MGJ is a 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 25 January 2000.

Is V588 MGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V588 MGJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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