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GX51 ORK

2001 Honda VFR800 Fi

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,065 mi
Last recorded97,065 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi24,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 ORK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 97,065 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 95,914 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2024 95,909 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 94,091 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 92,663 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 89,446 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 76,454 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 65,633 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 568,447 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 54,776 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 46,002 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 35,661 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 3,566 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 20,348 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 15,773 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 14,143 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 12,995 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 11,452 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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GX51 ORK is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 24,426 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 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX51 ORK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX51 ORK registered?

GX51 ORK is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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