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EA51 GCV

2001 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,590 mi
Last recorded25,590 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi24,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA51 GCV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 25,590 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 21 Mar 2019 25,590 miles

Footrest missing pillion (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 24,228 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

number plate light fails to illuminate

Pass 28 Feb 2017 37,337 miles

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

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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EA51 GCV is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 EA51 GCV, 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 EA51 GCV?

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What year was EA51 GCV registered?

EA51 GCV is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is EA51 GCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA51 GCV shows 4 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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