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GK02 LGU

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

54,998 mi
Last recorded54,998 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 LGU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 54,998 miles

ABS light is on....

Pass 5 Oct 2017 54,897 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 49,769 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 40,430 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 39,060 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 39,039 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 37,676 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 36,026 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 36,026 miles

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

low material on front brake pads.

Pass 7 Feb 2012 33,964 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 30,069 miles

number plate light bulb blown

Pass 30 Mar 2010 22,081 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 21,823 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2007 20,640 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 20,640 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 18,365 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2006 18,365 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(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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GK02 LGU is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 GK02 LGU, 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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What year was GK02 LGU registered?

GK02 LGU is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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