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FX51 NKK

2001 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,782 mi
Last recorded39,782 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 NKK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 39,782 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 39,489 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 39,484 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2023 39,061 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 38,870 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 38,869 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 38,687 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 38,436 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 11 Aug 2015 38,132 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 38,132 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 37,911 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 37,060 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 37,056 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 33,216 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 30,824 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 25,742 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2009 25,704 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

unable to check front wheel bearings due to binding front brake

Pass 10 Oct 2008 23,317 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 19,626 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 17,841 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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FX51 NKK is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 24,676 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 FX51 NKK, 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 25 years old, this Honda VFR800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX51 NKK registered?

FX51 NKK is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is FX51 NKK safe to buy?

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