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HJ02 VLS

2002 Honda VFR800 Fi

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,809 mi
Last recorded56,809 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR800 Fi22,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 VLS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 56,809 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 56,534 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 55,102 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 54,925 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 52,485 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 49,823 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 49,823 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 46,950 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 45,838 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 40,415 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

throtle heated grip, touches fuel tank on lock,, recommend attention

Pass 6 Mar 2014 40,119 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 39,305 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 39,305 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 37,846 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 Feb 2012 37,840 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 36,741 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Feb 2010 34,646 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 34,646 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 32,920 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 32,879 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 30,974 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 24,924 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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HJ02 VLS is a 2002 Honda VFR800 Fi in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 22,982 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 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 HJ02 VLS, 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 24 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 HJ02 VLS registered?

HJ02 VLS is a 2002 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 3 May 2002.

Is HJ02 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ02 VLS shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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