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JR02 VFR

2002 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

29,955 mi
Last recorded29,955 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJR02 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 29,955 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2025 29,061 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2025 29,055 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear hugger touching tyre slightly

Pass 19 Feb 2024 28,461 miles

2 x pipes at oil cooler corroded

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

Pass 13 Feb 2023 24,934 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement mono shock linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 21,757 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 19,070 miles

Central Lower exhaust clamp missing (exhaust secure and not leaking)

Pass 7 Feb 2020 17,498 miles

Central Lower Exhaust clamp missing ( Exhaust secure and not leaking )

Pass 8 Mar 2019 16,456 miles

exhaust clamp missing,, system secure and not leaking

Pass 22 Jul 2016 16,409 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 16,284 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 15,981 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 13,822 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 11,736 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 9,986 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 7,448 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 5,864 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 3,740 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 1,338 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 308 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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JR02 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 JR02 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JR02 VFR registered?

JR02 VFR is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 5 April 2002.

Is JR02 VFR safe to buy?

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