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GX51 XAT

2002 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

60,659 mi
Last recorded60,659 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 XAT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 60,659 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 60,183 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 59,667 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 59,611 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 59,416 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2021 59,416 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 58,416 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 58,080 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 58,023 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 57,587 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 56,824 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 54,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 51,773 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 45,463 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))

Pass 20 Jan 2010 38,223 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2009 33,127 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 18,164 miles

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

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

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 14 Jan 2006 12,544 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 XAT 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 GX51 XAT, 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 XAT registered?

GX51 XAT is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 17 January 2002.

Is GX51 XAT safe to buy?

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