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MF51 NCV

2001 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

37,105 mi
Last recorded37,105 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 NCV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 37,105 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2026 37,095 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated brake pads contaminated possibly fork oil from leaking fork seal (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak n/s/f fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

n/s/f brake pads getting low

Pass 28 Apr 2025 37,089 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 37,081 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 37,063 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 36,492 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 39,492 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2018 34,603 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 19 May 2018 34,603 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2017 33,615 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 29,663 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 29,652 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 May 2015 28,534 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 27,768 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 27,768 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 26,539 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 25,408 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 24,519 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 23,550 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 22,355 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 21,248 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 20,275 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 16,460 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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MF51 NCV is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 MF51 NCV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MF51 NCV registered?

MF51 NCV is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is MF51 NCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF51 NCV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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