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GK02 LFW

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

42,357 mi
Last recorded42,357 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 LFW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 42,357 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 42,334 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 40,117 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 37,508 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 35,556 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 35,389 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 34,700 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 32,043 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 28,041 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 25,036 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 22,971 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2015 20,920 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 20,920 miles

Nearside Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 20,515 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 19,172 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 18,440 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 17,267 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 15,630 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 14,436 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 14,436 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Jan 2008 13,307 miles

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

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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GK02 LFW is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 GK02 LFW, 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 GK02 LFW registered?

GK02 LFW is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 May 2002.

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