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FY52 MLL

2002 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

12,010 mi
Last recorded12,010 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 MLL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 12,010 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 12,009 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 11,871 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 11,000 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 19,582 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 14,417 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2017 13,833 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 13,157 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 12,350 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 11,643 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 10,728 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 9,930 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 9,930 miles

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

exhaust clamp corroded and insecure

Pass 13 Apr 2010 7,732 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2009 6,435 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 5,059 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 4,667 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 4,178 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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FY52 MLL is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FY52 MLL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY52 MLL registered?

FY52 MLL is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is FY52 MLL safe to buy?

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