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DG02 POA

2002 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

34,064 mi
Last recorded34,064 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 POA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 34,064 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 33,971 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 33,787 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 33,396 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 36,041 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 May 2022 32,695 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 31,407 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 30,005 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 5 Jul 2017 30,005 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 3 Jul 2017 30,005 miles

Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake pedal is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 29,025 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 29,021 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 27,160 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 25,404 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 22,505 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 22,505 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2011 20,024 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 15,344 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 13,218 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2008 11,692 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 11,211 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 9,531 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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DG02 POA is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG02 POA, 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.

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What year was DG02 POA registered?

DG02 POA is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 26 April 2002.

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