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HN02 LZJ

2002 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,885 mi
Last recorded31,885 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN02 LZJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 31,885 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 30,168 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 30,162 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 28,786 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 28,776 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 28,712 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 28,239 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 27,664 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 25,670 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 20,695 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Jul 2007 20,676 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 17,370 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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HN02 LZJ is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HN02 LZJ, 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 HN02 LZJ registered?

HN02 LZJ is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 August 2002.

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