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LN52 WHP

2002 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

46,933 mi
Last recorded46,933 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN52 WHP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 46,933 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 46,908 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 46,786 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 46,445 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 45,788 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 45,408 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

aftermarket silencers

side stand stiff

Fail 19 May 2018 45,408 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

aftermarket silencers

side stand stiff

Pass 8 Sep 2016 42,194 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Sep 2016 42,194 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 37,500 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 37,500 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 32,904 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 29,354 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 25,706 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 25,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2011 19,850 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 18,191 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 16,792 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 15,617 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 15,617 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 14,221 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 8,887 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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LN52 WHP is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LN52 WHP, 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 LN52 WHP registered?

LN52 WHP is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is LN52 WHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN52 WHP shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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