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PA02 DWL

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

48,784 mi
Last recorded48,784 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA02 DWL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 48,784 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 48,517 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 48,438 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2024 48,430 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pillion grab rail missing.

Pass 28 Feb 2023 45,133 miles

beam benders fitted

Fail 28 Feb 2023 45,133 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

beam benders fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2021 43,602 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 41,298 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 40,830 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 39,732 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 39,732 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen taped up flat beam pattern displayed (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 38,243 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 35,276 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 30,846 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 30,273 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 27,468 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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PA02 DWL is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PA02 DWL, 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 PA02 DWL registered?

PA02 DWL is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 13 May 2002.

Is PA02 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PA02 DWL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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