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PK51 GVY

2001 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 7817cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

9,320 mi
Last recorded9,320 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK51 GVY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,817cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 9,320 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 9,320 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 8,051 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2025 8,051 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 6,878 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 4,743 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 3,949 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 3,832 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 3,832 miles

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 3,071 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 2,317 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 2,282 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 2,172 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 2,074 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 2,074 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 2,059 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 2,002 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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PK51 GVY is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 7,817cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PK51 GVY, 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

How do I check the history of PK51 GVY?

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What year was PK51 GVY registered?

PK51 GVY is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is PK51 GVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK51 GVY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PK51 GVY have outstanding finance?

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