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GX51 RKZ

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,196 mi
Last recorded51,196 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 RKZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 51,196 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 50,938 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 May 2023 50,868 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 50,697 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 50,576 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2020 50,568 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 50,084 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2018 49,394 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 48,894 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 48,601 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 48,590 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 47,339 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 46,796 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 45,815 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 45,001 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 44,102 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 41,890 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 35,969 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 33,268 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 32,090 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 27,938 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 27,571 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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GX51 RKZ is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GX51 RKZ, 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 GX51 RKZ registered?

GX51 RKZ is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 7 January 2002.

Is GX51 RKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX51 RKZ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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