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R828 GBA

1998 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

25,265 mi
Last recorded25,265 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR828 GBA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 25,265 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 24,451 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 22,606 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 22,597 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 19,839 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 19,210 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside headlamp bulb not working on dip beam

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 17,847 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 16,330 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 14,913 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 13,907 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 13,864 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2006 12,877 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R828 GBA is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 30,198 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 R828 GBA, 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 28 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 R828 GBA registered?

R828 GBA is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 10 June 1998.

Is R828 GBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R828 GBA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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