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NL52 XYG

2002 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,592 mi
Last recorded51,592 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL52 XYG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 51,592 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 48,981 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 48,476 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 48,465 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2017 48,464 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 48,354 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 42,508 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 33,987 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Sep 2013 33,984 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 29,452 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2011 26,843 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2011 26,843 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 23,697 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2009 14,370 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 12,157 miles

REAR CHAIN RUSTING

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 7,522 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 5,542 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 5,059 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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NL52 XYG is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NL52 XYG, 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 NL52 XYG registered?

NL52 XYG is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 8 November 2002.

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