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JLZ 9280

2002 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,852 mi
Last recorded43,852 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLZ 9280
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 43,852 miles

Front tyre has slight age cracks

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 42,345 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 41,121 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 39,824 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2021 38,552 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018
Fail 24 May 2016 40,669 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition bike will not start so we can not check exhaust (7.1.2)

Fuel system component leaking bike dose not start so we can not check for leaks (7.2.1a)

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly engine dose not start so lights are not working (1.5.2)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. rear shock has no damping (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 40,186 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 29 Jun 2012 40,186 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 32,531 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 31,900 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 29,671 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 29,436 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 22,023 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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JLZ 9280 is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 JLZ 9280, 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 JLZ 9280 registered?

JLZ 9280 is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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