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HF51 KYV

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 7817cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

35,034 mi
Last recorded35,034 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 KYV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,817cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 35,034 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 33,255 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 32,175 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 32,175 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2023 29,929 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 27,847 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 25,755 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2019 25,395 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2018 24,039 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 21,737 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 20,988 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 20,112 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 18,962 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 18,507 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 18,019 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 17,678 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 16,910 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 16,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 15,190 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Oct 2007 14,972 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 14,453 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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 6 Jan 2006 8,548 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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HF51 KYV is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 7,817cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 HF51 KYV, 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 HF51 KYV registered?

HF51 KYV is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 10 January 2002.

Is HF51 KYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 KYV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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