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FX51 LNV

2001 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

37,165 mi
Last recorded37,165 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi24,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 LNV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 37,165 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 36,588 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 36,562 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 36,553 miles

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 36,470 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 36,112 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 35,969 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 35,969 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 35,931 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 35,732 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 35,103 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Jul 2016 35,102 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 34,715 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 33,155 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 32,123 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 31,250 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 28,586 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 23,778 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 18,144 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 14,683 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 12,377 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 11,427 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 11,427 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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FX51 LNV is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FX51 LNV, 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 FX51 LNV?

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What year was FX51 LNV registered?

FX51 LNV is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is FX51 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 LNV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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