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LF02 VMW

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

27,367 mi
Last recorded27,367 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF02 VMW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 27,367 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 24,998 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 24,264 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 21,273 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 21,273 miles

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 May 2018 32,716 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 19,685 miles

Number plate light not working

Pass 7 May 2016 18,725 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 16,989 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 16,855 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 16,855 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 May 2013 16,751 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 16,623 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 16,418 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 16,270 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 16,118 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 16,056 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 16,053 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 15,083 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 14,458 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 14,458 miles

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

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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LF02 VMW is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LF02 VMW, 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 LF02 VMW registered?

LF02 VMW is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is LF02 VMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF02 VMW shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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