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FG02 GDU

2002 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,812 mi
Last recorded58,812 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG02 GDU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 58,812 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 55,832 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 50,220 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Aug 2024 50,220 miles

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

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 49,288 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 49,288 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 48,327 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 47,473 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 47,259 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 43,908 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 37,559 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 34,265 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 30,890 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 27,788 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 25,841 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 22,770 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 19,066 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 14,828 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 14,823 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Mar 2010 9,866 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 9,476 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 5,390 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 3,313 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 1,617 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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FG02 GDU is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FG02 GDU, 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 FG02 GDU registered?

FG02 GDU is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 19 June 2002.

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