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T493 APX

1999 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,217 mi
Last recorded39,217 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR80029,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT493 APX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 39,217 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 39,137 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 38,778 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 38,623 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 37,807 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2016 34,760 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 33,841 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 31,145 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 28,925 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2012 27,599 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 25,845 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 23,981 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 21,650 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 17,751 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 15,000 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 15,000 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 5 May 2006 14,231 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 5 May 2006 14,231 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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T493 APX is a 1999 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 T493 APX, 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.

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What year was T493 APX registered?

T493 APX is a 1999 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T493 APX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T493 APX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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