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J21 VFR

2002 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

50,368 mi
Last recorded50,368 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ21 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 50,368 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front brake pads worn (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy exhausts sounding noisy [at time of testing] (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 39,088 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Nov 2023 38,716 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking feeding rear (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 30,053 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 24,299 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 24,289 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 23,692 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 21,969 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 19,957 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 19,175 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 18,097 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 16,222 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 16,063 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 15,761 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 14,821 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 10,964 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 4,533 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 4,018 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 3,939 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 3,595 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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J21 VFR is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 J21 VFR, 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 J21 VFR registered?

J21 VFR is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 15 November 2002.

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