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J66 VFR

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,547 mi
Last recorded57,547 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ66 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 57,547 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 55,739 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 54,792 miles

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

Nearside Front light and indicater control slightly loose but still can be used

number plate lamp not working

Pass 1 Dec 2014 46,840 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 38,711 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2013 38,710 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Fail 6 Sep 2012 32,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 32,578 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 30 Jul 2011 26,415 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 26,415 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 19,077 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 11,967 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 10,298 miles

creaking at rear suspension

Fail 12 Apr 2008 10,298 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

creaking at rear suspension

Pass 16 Apr 2007 8,745 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 8,143 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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J66 VFR is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J66 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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J66 VFR is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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