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LN51 JHJ

2002 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

52,757 mi
Last recorded52,757 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 JHJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 52,757 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 52,675 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 52,532 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 51,923 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 51,291 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 51,066 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jun 2019 51,066 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 50,582 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 48,574 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 47,333 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 46,541 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2014 45,979 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 25 Aug 2014 45,979 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 45,030 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 41,737 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2009 36,374 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 36,374 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 36,141 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 36,022 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 35,184 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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LN51 JHJ is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LN51 JHJ, 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 LN51 JHJ registered?

LN51 JHJ is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 25 January 2002.

Is LN51 JHJ safe to buy?

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