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GX51 OTL

2001 Honda VFR800 Fi

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

45,914 mi
Last recorded45,914 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi24,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 OTL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 45,914 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 43,566 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Very light central notch present (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Small distortion present in a singular spot (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 43,566 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Very light central notch present (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Small distortion present in a singular spot (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working Bulb filament failed - required replacement (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 41,355 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 40,082 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 40,049 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 39,937 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 39,185 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 32,187 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 29,569 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 28,237 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 26,032 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 15,784 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 15,781 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 15,776 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 15,774 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 15,406 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 15,332 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 14,075 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 12,712 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 12,704 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 11,374 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 OTL is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OTL, 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 OTL registered?

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

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