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BU02 VBC

2002 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

25,399 mi
Last recorded25,399 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 VBC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 25,399 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 23,912 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 21,045 miles

Exhaust noisy exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 21,043 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements rear number plate to small [at time of testing] (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 18,775 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil right fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 16,898 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 15,318 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 15,186 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Tyre out of shape

Pass 11 May 2020 15,034 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 14,198 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 12,892 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 9,831 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 9,831 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 9,774 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 9,713 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2013 9,610 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 9,389 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 8,700 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 8,439 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 6,146 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 6,091 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 4,767 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 4,576 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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BU02 VBC is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 BU02 VBC, 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 BU02 VBC registered?

BU02 VBC is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 4 May 2002.

Is BU02 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 VBC shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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