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HF51 MFY

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,901 mi
Last recorded31,901 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 MFY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2018 31,901 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 31,340 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 31,319 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 25,713 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 230,104 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 21,103 miles

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

brakes require attention.

Fail 9 Aug 2013 21,103 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

brakes require attention.

Pass 4 Jan 2010 20,945 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 15,500 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

rear wheel valve is slightly perished.

Pass 7 Nov 2007 15,471 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 13,568 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 11,856 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2005 11,380 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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 MFY is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MFY, 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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How do I check the history of HF51 MFY?

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What year was HF51 MFY registered?

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

Is HF51 MFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 MFY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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