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J12 KPK

2002 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

29,199 mi
Last recorded29,199 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ12 KPK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 29,199 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 29,062 miles

Central Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust leak from join, getting rusty. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 28,581 miles

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

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 27,469 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 25,987 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 25,666 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2020 25,666 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) new bulb (4.7.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working worked on rear but not front leaver changed switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 25,392 miles

front brake lever bent

rear brake lever bent

Pass 11 May 2018 25,092 miles

nearside front fork seal weaping

Pass 18 Apr 2017 24,902 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 15 Apr 2017 24,901 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 24,697 miles

rear tyre squared off

Pass 11 Apr 2015 24,385 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 23,964 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2012 23,574 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 23,418 miles

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 30 Mar 2010 19,335 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 19,335 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 17,640 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 17,063 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 15,179 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 11,734 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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J12 KPK is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 J12 KPK, 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 J12 KPK registered?

J12 KPK is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 15 June 2002.

Is J12 KPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J12 KPK shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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