1999 Honda VFR800 FI 0.8L Petrol · V84 DTS
1999 Honda VFR800 FI (0.8L, petrol). First registered 01/11/1999. Recorded mileage 44,322 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/09/2026.
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1999
- Engine
- 781cc
V84 DTS Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/08/2025
- 44,322 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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V84 DTS Mileage History
- 05/08/202244,272 mi
- 16/08/202544,322 mi+50 mi
Average of roughly 16 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
V84 DTS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Honda Vfr800 Fi (V84 DTS) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Approach this 1999 Honda VFR800 FI with caution and a realistic budget for deferred maintenance. The very low annual mileage and mostly clean recent MOTs are positives, but a 2019 failure and recurring steering and rear suspension notes suggest worn cycle parts needing attention.
When negotiating, factor in the cost of replacing or rebuilding the rear shock absorber and steering head bearings, as the 2025 advisory notes reduced damping and the 2019-2021 tests flagged notchiness at the head bearing. The 2019 failure also showed a rear tyre with a poorly fitted plug repair and an ineffective brake on the roller test, so confirm any tyre and brake work was properly completed rather than temporarily patched. Request full service history given the bike's age; with only 44,322 miles over 26 years, irregular use may mean perished rubber, stale fluids and corroded calipers despite low miles.
As a 781cc petrol motorcycle from 1999, the VFR800 FI typically returns 35-45 mpg depending on use, with annual road tax for pre-2001 bikes based on engine size at roughly £121 for the 2025/26 period. Insurance group for this model is commonly moderate for a large sports tourer, though exact grouping varies by insurer; budget around £200-£400 annually for a mature rider. Routine maintenance such as valve checks, tyres and chain care on a 26-year-old Honda will likely cost £300-£500 per year excluding any deferred suspension or bearing work, giving an estimated annual running cost of £700-£1,000.
Inspect the rear shock absorber closely for reduced damping or pivot noise, referenced in the 2019 failure (noisy pivot) and 2025 advisory (reduced damping effect), as these indicate worn suspension needing renewal. Check the steering head bearings by moving the bars lock to lock for notchiness, noted in 2019, 2021 and as a 2021 advisory, and confirm the front steering is smooth. Verify the rear tyre has no questionable plug repair (cited in 2019) and that the brake efficiency and indicator tell-tale function meet standards, since both caused the 2019 failure and should have been rectified for subsequent passes.
This black 781cc Honda VFR800 FI (reg V84DTS) first registered in November 1999 shows just 44,322 miles on its 2025 MOT, having covered only around 60 miles since 2019. The MOT history includes one failure in September 2019 for noisy rear shock pivot, poor tyre plug repair, notchy steering head bearings, ineffective brake and indicator fault, with later passes carrying advisory notes on the same steering and rear damping issues. No aggregate model reliability data is available, so assessment rests on this vehicle's own record, which points to a low-use but ageing machine with specific worn components.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Honda VFR800 FI, so this guide relies solely on the individual vehicle's test history.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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