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R941 HWS

1998 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

42,705 mi
Last recorded42,705 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR80030,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR941 HWS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 42,705 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 41,876 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 41,876 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 40,247 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 37,820 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 25 Sep 2013 37,820 miles

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

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2012 35,909 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2011 34,215 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 32,399 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 30,198 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2008 28,376 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 25,847 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 22,602 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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R941 HWS is a 1998 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R941 HWS, 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 R941 HWS registered?

R941 HWS is a 1998 Honda VFR800, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R941 HWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R941 HWS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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