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Honda VFR800 FI

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 781 cc

S78 UKJMOT history

S78 UKJ is a black petrol Honda VFR800 FI first used on 13 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 37,948 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
37,948 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2023
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 UKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
VFR800 FI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
781 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
13 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S78 UKJ was last recorded at 37,948 miles on 12 Jun 2023, 544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,404 miles · 15 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
544 miles
Average per year
402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 37,948 miles
  • 2022 – 37,404 miles
  • 2021 – 36,329 miles
  • 2018 – 36,204 miles
  • 2009 – 35,877 miles
  • 2008 – 34,289 miles
  • 2007 – 32,641 miles
  • 2006 – 31,092 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Pillion grab handle loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

11 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    164099271513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    965575712270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail37,948 miles (+544)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,948 miles
    Test number
    368251443855
    • MajorFront Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorFront Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass37,404 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    37,404 miles
    Test number
    146060056040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Pillion grab handle loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail37,384 miles (+1,055)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,384 miles
    Test number
    718974996516
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Perished between tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock Clutch reservoir fouls screen fairing (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Pillion grab handle loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass36,329 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    36,329 miles
    Test number
    511581433294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass36,204 miles (+327)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    36,204 miles
    Test number
    826417333906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass35,877 miles (+1,588)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,877 miles
    Test number
    740136039182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,289 miles (+1,648)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    34,289 miles
    Test number
    700897438114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass32,641 miles (+1,549)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    32,641 miles
    Test number
    331497537127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    31,092 miles
    Test number
    463022646175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S78 UKJ

Does S78 UKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S78 UKJ is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S78 UKJ?
The MOT on S78 UKJ is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S78 UKJ done?
S78 UKJ was recorded at 37,948 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2023, an average of 402 miles a year.
Has S78 UKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 UKJ has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S78 UKJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S78 UKJ find?
S78 UKJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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