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LF52 VOP

2002 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,524 mi
Last recorded21,524 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 VOP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 21,524 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2026 21,509 miles

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 21,146 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 21,128 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front control (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 20,425 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 19,949 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 19,077 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 17,006 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 15,910 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 15,457 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 15,272 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 15,170 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 15,150 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 15,055 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 14,908 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 14,539 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 13,846 miles

exhaust clamp broken

Pass 21 Jun 2011 13,805 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 13,184 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 12,347 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2008 12,343 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 9,725 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 9,114 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 18 Apr 2006 9,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Nearside Upper Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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LF52 VOP is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LF52 VOP, 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 LF52 VOP registered?

LF52 VOP is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 12 October 2002.

Is LF52 VOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF52 VOP shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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