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BF52 DWY

2002 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

19,217 mi
Last recorded19,217 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 DWY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 19,217 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 18,873 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 18,315 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 17,960 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 17,058 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 16,737 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 16,687 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 16,531 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 16,531 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 16,301 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 15,625 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 11,045 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 10,485 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 9,769 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 9,620 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 9,423 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 9,327 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 9,195 miles

Nail in rear tyre

rear brake pad linings wearing low

Pass 31 Oct 2008 8,599 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 5 Nov 2007 8,043 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 7,121 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 6,551 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800?

Based on 72,376 MOT tests across 5,205 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
5,205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,029
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 447
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 441
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 280
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 243
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BF52 DWY is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2002 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 22,693 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,029 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF52 DWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Honda VFR800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF52 DWY registered?

BF52 DWY is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 18 October 2002.

Is BF52 DWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF52 DWY shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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