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Honda VFR800 FI

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 781 cc

S42 TBAMOT history

S42 TBA is a blue petrol Honda VFR800 FI first used on 9 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 16,325 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2026
Mileage
16,325 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2025
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 TBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
VFR800 FI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
781 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
9 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S42 TBA was last recorded at 16,325 miles on 23 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Aug 2025: 16,325 miles, lower than 84,293 miles on 15 Sept 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
84,293 miles · 15 Sept 2023

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 16,325 miles
  • 2023 – 84,293 miles
  • 2019 – 81,593 miles
  • 2016 – 69,641 miles
  • 2014 – 57,388 miles
  • 2013 – 50,729 miles
  • 2011 – 38,884 miles
  • 2007 – 32,112 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass16,325 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass16,325 miles (-67,968)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    16,325 miles
    Test number
    931512096709
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

  2. Pass84,293 miles (+2,700)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    84,293 miles
    Test number
    673293320153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,593 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,593 miles
    Test number
    602001538412
    • AdvisoryDamage to bodywork
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads on service limit
    • AdvisorySilencer loose
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly notchy

  4. Pass76,366 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    76,366 km
    Test number
    318060123217
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryAccident damage to o/s of machine
    • AdvisoryFront tyre close to service limit
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low

  5. Pass69,641 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,641 miles
    Test number
    477749252496
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens cracked on o/s
    • AdvisoryPlastic panels damaged on o/s of bike

  6. Pass62,501 km6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    62,501 km
    Test number
    218946059525
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryCrack in headlight lens
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pads low
    • AdvisoryFront brakes sticking slightly
    • AdvisoryLinked braking system has been de-linked
    • AdvisorySigns of accident damage to plastic work

  7. Pass57,388 miles (+6,659)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    57,388 miles
    Test number
    827136774238
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • NoteHeadlight cracked
    • NoteSigns of accident damage to bike

  8. Pass50,729 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    50,729 miles
    Test number
    167396863278
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
    • NoteRear brake pads low
    • NoteSome damage to headlight
    • NoteSome damage to plastic panels

  9. Fail50,729 miles1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,729 miles
    Test number
    815156763280
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
    • NoteRear brake pads low
    • NoteSome damage to headlight
    • NoteSome damage to plastic panels

  10. Pass45,948 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    45,948 km
    Test number
    678380072232
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  11. Pass38,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    38,884 miles
    Test number
    766172441266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,059 km (+262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    34,059 km
    Test number
    232607240437
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  13. Pass33,797 km (+421)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,797 km
    Test number
    241857069141
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
    • NoteFront tyre low on tread

  14. Pass33,376 km1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,376 km
    Test number
    384656878159
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteBrake fluid in front brake system dirty

  15. Pass32,112 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    32,112 miles
    Test number
    504440177130
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  16. Pass30,662 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    30,662 km
    Test number
    473691476133
    • NoteBrake fluid discoloured indicating change needed

Questions about S42 TBA

Does S42 TBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S42 TBA expired on 22 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S42 TBA?
The MOT on S42 TBA expired on 22 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S42 TBA done?
S42 TBA was recorded at 16,325 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2025.
Has S42 TBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 TBA has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2013.
Has the mileage on S42 TBA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Aug 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S42 TBA find?
S42 TBA passed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2025 with 1 advisory: front brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied.

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