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M99 VFR

2001 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

15,135 mi
Last recorded15,135 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM99 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 15,135 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2026 15,120 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 14,826 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 14,801 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 14,648 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 14,568 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 14,274 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 14,255 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 13,782 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 13,145 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 12,591 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 12,428 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 11,666 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 10,946 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 9,873 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 7,923 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 5,961 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 5,857 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2010 5,849 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 5,730 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 5,730 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 5,280 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 4,639 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 4,533 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 3,934 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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M99 VFR is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 2001 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 24,676 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 M99 VFR, 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 25 years old, this Honda VFR800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M99 VFR registered?

M99 VFR is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is M99 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M99 VFR shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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