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R658 TJB

1998 Honda Vfr

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

26,526 mi
Last recorded26,526 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Vfr34,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR658 TJB
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 26,526 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 24,885 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 24,284 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 24,278 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 24,260 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 24,083 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 23,844 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 23,771 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 23,530 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 11 Apr 2017 23,522 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 23,230 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 23,045 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 22,595 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 22,352 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 22,123 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 21,846 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 21,553 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 21,516 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 21,516 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 20,665 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 19,462 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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R658 TJB is a 1998 Honda Vfr in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 34,346 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R658 TJB, 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 28 years old, this Honda Vfr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R658 TJB registered?

R658 TJB is a 1998 Honda Vfr, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R658 TJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R658 TJB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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