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FY02 WVF

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,902 mi
Last recorded50,902 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 WVF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 50,902 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 46,764 miles

Front front tyre worn \chopped

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

Fail 14 Jan 2025 46,606 miles

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

Central Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front front tyre worn \chopped

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 43,850 miles

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

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively rear brake poor (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 39,270 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 33,590 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 33,590 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 27,060 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2020 25,957 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 23,694 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 23,384 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 22,301 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 21,345 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 21,030 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 20,214 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 19,276 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 May 2014 19,276 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 17,182 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 15,750 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 14,071 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 12,798 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 11,757 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 8,938 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 6,862 miles

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

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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FY02 WVF is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red 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 FY02 WVF, 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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FY02 WVF is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 28 June 2002.

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