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T851 RCG

1999 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,702 mi
Last recorded65,702 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2020
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR80029,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT851 RCG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2020 65,702 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 28 Mar 2020 65,702 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 48,265 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 47,384 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 41,613 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 19,403 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 19,403 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 19,383 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 18,350 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 18,000 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2005 16,598 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

handlebar grips badly worn advise replace. †rear brake pedal pivot worn.

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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T851 RCG is a 1999 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 T851 RCG, 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 T851 RCG registered?

T851 RCG is a 1999 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T851 RCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for T851 RCG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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