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GK52 VXA

2002 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

125,626 mi
Last recorded125,626 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 VXA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2016 125,626 miles

Nearside Lower Oil leak ()

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 118,944 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 108,868 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 95,678 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 83,808 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 71,376 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 58,619 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 58,619 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 47,812 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 35,767 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 23,212 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 23,212 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 9,901 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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GK52 VXA is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GK52 VXA, 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 GK52 VXA registered?

GK52 VXA is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 24 September 2002.

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