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GX02 XWO

2002 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

59,028 mi
Last recorded59,028 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX02 XWO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 59,028 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 58,493 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 56,046 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 56,038 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 51,822 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 51,269 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 50,731 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 46,729 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 39,922 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

nail in rear tyre

Pass 8 Jan 2015 31,480 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 30,680 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 27,835 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))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 26,006 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 24,735 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 23,532 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 20,218 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 18,288 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 13,649 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 XWO is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GX02 XWO, 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 XWO registered?

GX02 XWO is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 20 July 2002.

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