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NU02 SWN

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,788 mi
Last recorded40,788 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2013
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU02 SWN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2013 40,788 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 40,788 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 36,889 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 32,648 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 32,490 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 27,842 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 24,874 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 24,855 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 22,456 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 22,456 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 May 2007 20,589 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 18,321 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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NU02 SWN is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NU02 SWN, 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 NU02 SWN registered?

NU02 SWN is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is NU02 SWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU02 SWN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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