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L444 VFR

1999 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

41,118 mi
Last recorded41,118 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR80029,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL444 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 41,118 miles

Front Nail in tyre

Fail 13 Jun 2026 41,118 miles

Front Nail in tyre

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 40,654 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 40,379 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 39,391 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 38,017 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 37,005 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 34,906 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 33,070 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 30,593 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 27,510 miles

front tyre getting low on tread

Pass 29 Jul 2016 26,922 miles

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 1 Aug 2015 26,188 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 25,732 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 24,266 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 23,701 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 22,733 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 21,350 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 20,924 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 19,280 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 17,955 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 17,247 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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L444 VFR is a 1999 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 L444 VFR, 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 L444 VFR registered?

L444 VFR is a 1999 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is L444 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L444 VFR shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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