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GK51 MPY

2002 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

21,408 mi
Last recorded21,408 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 MPY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 21,408 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 20,530 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 18,489 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 18,141 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 17,835 miles

left fork seal leaking

Fail 7 Oct 2022 17,835 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

left fork seal leaking

Pass 6 Jul 2019 17,596 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 17,579 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 17,564 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 17,544 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 17,539 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 17,528 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 17,510 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 17,268 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 16,218 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 13,227 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 11,292 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 10,917 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 10,891 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 10,709 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 10,708 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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GK51 MPY is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Black 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 GK51 MPY, 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 GK51 MPY registered?

GK51 MPY is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 2 January 2002.

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