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OW51 JKZ

2001 Honda VFR800

Orange Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,928 mi
Last recorded22,928 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW51 JKZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 22,928 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2026 22,928 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 22,911 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2022 22,589 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 22,557 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 22,323 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 21,976 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 21,942 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 21,604 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 21,116 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 19,939 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 19,939 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 18,996 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 18,497 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 May 2013 16,594 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 15,564 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 13,398 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 12,490 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 11,377 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 10,332 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 7,969 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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OW51 JKZ is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Orange with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OW51 JKZ, 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 OW51 JKZ registered?

OW51 JKZ is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is OW51 JKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW51 JKZ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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