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DU52 VBN

2002 Honda VFR800 Fi

Orange Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,384 mi
Last recorded32,384 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR800 Fi22,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU52 VBN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 32,384 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 32,372 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 30,298 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 29,154 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear swing arm bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 27,952 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2022 27,745 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 25,414 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 22,092 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 19,496 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 15,747 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 15,236 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 15,203 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 12,734 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2014 12,734 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2013 10,677 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 5,531 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 4,373 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 1,305 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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DU52 VBN is a 2002 Honda VFR800 Fi in Orange with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 DU52 VBN, 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.

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What year was DU52 VBN registered?

DU52 VBN is a 2002 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 7 October 2002.

Is DU52 VBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU52 VBN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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