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GK52 YCC

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

33,130 mi
Last recorded33,130 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 YCC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 33,130 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 33,125 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 13 May 2024 29,068 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 27,209 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 21,801 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 20,811 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned PIVOT BUSH MISSING FROM LEVER (6.2.7 (b))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 20,811 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned PIVOT BUSH MISSING FROM LEVER (6.2.7 (b))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Brake fluid not visible OVERFULL (1.1.10 (d) (iii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2019 16,638 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 16,375 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 11,051 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 11,051 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 10,825 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged close to excess (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 10,774 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2014 10,696 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 10,696 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 10,584 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 10,492 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 10,439 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 10,355 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 10,176 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 9,931 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 9,729 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 8,862 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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GK52 YCC is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 YCC, 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 YCC registered?

GK52 YCC is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 7 October 2002.

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