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DX51 OVV

2001 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

14,659 mi
Last recorded14,659 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi24,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 OVV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 14,659 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 14,148 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 13,693 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 12,959 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 12,360 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 12,345 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 11,419 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 10,483 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 10,286 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 10,131 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 10,115 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 9,706 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 8,913 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 7,892 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 7,661 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 7,106 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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DX51 OVV is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DX51 OVV, 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

How do I check the history of DX51 OVV?

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What year was DX51 OVV registered?

DX51 OVV is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is DX51 OVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 OVV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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