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NL02 RVF

2002 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

54,904 mi
Last recorded54,904 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL02 RVF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 54,904 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 54,136 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 47,513 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 47,483 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 47,483 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 47,029 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 46,903 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 10 Dec 2013 46,903 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 45,279 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 43,043 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 40,565 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 37,739 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 33,605 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 32,447 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 23,801 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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NL02 RVF is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 NL02 RVF, 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.

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What year was NL02 RVF registered?

NL02 RVF is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 3 May 2002.

Is NL02 RVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL02 RVF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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