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BU51 FZX

2001 Honda VFR800 Fi

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

35,662 mi
Last recorded35,662 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi24,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 FZX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 35,662 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2026 35,662 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2024 35,328 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 34,759 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 34,416 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 33,508 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 31,471 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 29,985 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 29,321 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 27,255 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 25,169 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 23,864 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 21,393 miles

plug in rear tyre

Pass 26 Nov 2012 19,597 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 17,435 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 15,941 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 15,477 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 15,120 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 14,181 miles

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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BU51 FZX is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BU51 FZX, 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 BU51 FZX registered?

BU51 FZX is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BU51 FZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 FZX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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