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BU02 VFY

2002 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

29,944 mi
Last recorded29,944 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2023
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 VFY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2023 29,944 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 29,825 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 29,232 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 27,186 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 22,924 miles

Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 21,903 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear brake pedal damaged

Pass 6 Mar 2015 19,647 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 15,630 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 13,231 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 10,893 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 10,893 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 9,823 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 9,241 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 9,241 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 8,722 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 8,216 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 5,351 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 VFY is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VFY, 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 VFY registered?

BU02 VFY is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 13 April 2002.

Is BU02 VFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 VFY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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