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FN02 RVF

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,997 mi
Last recorded98,997 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN02 RVF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 98,997 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2026 98,997 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 98,212 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 95,826 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 91,344 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 86,625 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 79,912 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 76,612 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2020 76,612 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 69,873 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint to silencers (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 62,094 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 62,094 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 54,549 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 19 Apr 2017 54,549 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 46,271 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 39,582 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 34,152 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 29,451 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 25,618 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 19,958 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 19,958 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 15,579 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 12,156 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 10,711 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 8,807 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 8,807 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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FN02 RVF is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FN02 RVF, 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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FN02 RVF is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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