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BU51 FZZ

2001 Honda VFR800 Fi

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

25,773 mi
Last recorded25,773 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi24,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 FZZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 25,773 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 24,526 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 22,489 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 18 Nov 2023 22,488 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 18 May 2021 21,752 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 21,021 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 19,532 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 May 2016 18,097 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 17,623 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 17,535 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 16,342 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 15,940 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 14,800 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 13,716 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 10,711 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 8,123 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 7,741 miles

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

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

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 FZZ is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FZZ, 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 FZZ registered?

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

Is BU51 FZZ safe to buy?

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