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PL51 NLE

2001 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

38,871 mi
Last recorded38,871 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL51 NLE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 38,871 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 38,517 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 37,942 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 37,589 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 37,355 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 36,702 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 35,296 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 33,861 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 33,030 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 33,030 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 32,214 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 31,327 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 30,242 miles

one brake bulb does not illuminate

Fail 5 Mar 2011 30,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

one brake bulb does not illuminate

Pass 6 Mar 2010 29,810 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2010 29,810 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 28,487 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2008 28,485 miles

Lower Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 24,770 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 20,010 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2006 19,985 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2005 9,038 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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PL51 NLE is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 PL51 NLE, 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 PL51 NLE registered?

PL51 NLE is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 27 November 2001.

Is PL51 NLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL51 NLE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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