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GX02 OXC

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 7817cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,615 mi
Last recorded41,615 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX02 OXC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,817cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 41,615 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 40,888 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 36,960 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 35,190 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2023 35,190 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 34,299 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 34,067 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 33,325 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 32,972 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 32,972 miles

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

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 4 May 2013 32,163 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 31,715 miles

front tyre worn

Pass 16 Apr 2011 31,571 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 30,932 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 30,197 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2010 30,899 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 29,366 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 28,287 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 27,155 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 24,485 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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GX02 OXC is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 7,817cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GX02 OXC, 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 GX02 OXC registered?

GX02 OXC is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is GX02 OXC safe to buy?

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