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AY51 CXF

2001 Honda VFR800 Fi

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,694 mi
Last recorded36,694 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi24,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 CXF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2025 36,694 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 35,241 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 34,073 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 32,434 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 31,797 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 30,090 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 29,543 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 28,973 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 26,536 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 24,778 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 22,647 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 20,071 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 18,603 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 16,675 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 15,422 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 12,799 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 8,557 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 7,254 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 5,800 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 4,526 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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AY51 CXF is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 24,426 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY51 CXF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY51 CXF registered?

AY51 CXF is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is AY51 CXF safe to buy?

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