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MV02 ZFA

2002 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,983 mi
Last recorded38,983 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV02 ZFA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 38,983 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 38,250 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 36,031 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 34,246 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 13 Aug 2021 33,374 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 32,658 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 31,018 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 28,721 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 20 Aug 2018 28,721 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 27,216 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 25,277 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2015 23,909 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 22,427 miles

all brake pads worn very low

front brake slight bind

Pass 20 Sep 2013 21,289 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 20,322 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 16 Sep 2011 18,875 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 17,759 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 17,737 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Oct 2009 14,720 miles

all brake pads worn low (border line )

Fail 5 Oct 2009 14,713 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

all brake pads worn low (border line )

Pass 2 Oct 2008 11,529 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 7,701 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 6,049 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 5,593 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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MV02 ZFA is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MV02 ZFA, 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 MV02 ZFA registered?

MV02 ZFA is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is MV02 ZFA safe to buy?

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