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DS02 DMU

2002 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,565 mi
Last recorded37,565 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR800 Fi22,982 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 DMU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 37,565 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 36,849 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notch in centre of steering movement (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2024 36,849 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notch in centre of steering movement (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 35,934 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 35,527 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2022 35,520 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 33,940 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 33,940 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 33,332 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 32,261 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 32,223 miles

Offside Front Lower foot rest loose

Fail 25 Aug 2016 32,223 miles

Offside Front Lower foot rest loose

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 8 May 2015 31,334 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 30,492 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2013 27,504 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 24,173 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 18,159 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 12,763 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2009 11,629 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2009 11,629 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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DS02 DMU is a 2002 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 22,982 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 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 DS02 DMU, 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 24 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 DS02 DMU registered?

DS02 DMU is a 2002 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 9 July 2002.

Is DS02 DMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS02 DMU shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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