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LR02 HYL

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

24,618 mi
Last recorded24,618 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 HYL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 24,618 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 23,123 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 22,357 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 19,786 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 17,845 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 16,142 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 12,426 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 12,326 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 12,278 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2016 12,258 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 11,862 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 11,077 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 9,111 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 9,051 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 8,773 miles

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

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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LR02 HYL is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 LR02 HYL, 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 LR02 HYL registered?

LR02 HYL is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 16 April 2002.

Is LR02 HYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR02 HYL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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