The road tax status for R878 GDL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for R878 GDL?

The MOT for R878 GDL is valid and due for renewal on or before 30 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R878 GDL?

The recorded mileage for R878 GDL is 59,463 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R878 GDL ULEZ compliant?

No, R878 GDL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1998 Honda VFR800 FI 0.8L Petrol · R878 GDL

R878 GDL

1998 Honda VFR800 FI (0.8L, petrol). First registered 01/05/1998. Recorded mileage 59,463 miles. MOT valid until 30/05/2027.

Make & Model: HONDA VFR800 FI
Year / Origin: 1998 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 30/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 59,463 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 0.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 59,463 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1998
Engine: 781cc

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R878 GDL Key Findings

21 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 01/06/2026
59,463 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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R878 GDL Mileage History

13/05/200622,049 mi
04/05/200724,391 mi+2,342 mi
14/05/200827,908 mi+3,517 mi
06/05/200930,750 mi+2,842 mi
28/04/201033,233 mi+2,483 mi
11/05/201136,349 mi+3,116 mi
10/05/201238,127 mi+1,778 mi
02/05/201340,208 mi+2,081 mi
02/05/201340,208 mi
16/04/201443,229 mi+3,021 mi
15/04/201545,776 mi+2,547 mi
04/05/201648,865 mi+3,089 mi
11/05/201751,592 mi+2,727 mi
12/05/201853,987 mi+2,395 mi
13/05/201956,029 mi+2,042 mi
02/10/202056,836 mi+807 mi
30/03/202257,752 mi+916 mi
28/03/202358,128 mi+376 mi
26/03/202458,574 mi+446 mi
26/03/202559,123 mi+549 mi
01/06/202659,463 mi+340 mi

Average of roughly 1,866 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.

R878 GDL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 05:18

MOT Analysis

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21 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Honda Vfr800 Fi (R878 GDL) between May 2006 and June 2026.

The record contains 20 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 01 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 advisory notices are 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)”.

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