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PN02 WLR

2002 Honda VFR800

Cream Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

48,602 mi
Last recorded48,602 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN02 WLR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 48,602 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 47,268 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

both tyre pressures seem low

exhaust loud

fork dust seals perishing

front tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 15 Sep 2023 46,366 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Brake disc has slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 45,083 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front offside brake disc has slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 45,083 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front offside brake disc has slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 43,251 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Didc has slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Disc has slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 40,273 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 40,273 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 34,107 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 31,073 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 31,073 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 30,972 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 28,454 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 26,884 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 26,467 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 6 May 2011 26,430 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 26,142 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 22,566 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 20,846 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 14,956 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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PN02 WLR is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Cream with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 PN02 WLR, 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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PN02 WLR is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 12 March 2002.

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