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PN52 YRG

2002 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

35,155 mi
Last recorded35,155 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda Vfr20,868 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN52 YRG
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 35,155 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Jun 2025 35,155 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 May 2024 33,877 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Jun 2023 32,504 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 32,103 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 31,348 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2021 31,348 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 27,496 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 24,996 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 22,289 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2016 19,174 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 17,380 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 23 May 2013 16,122 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

rear tyre side wall saturated with oily substance may be dangerous if allowd to ingress o tread area or brake components

Pass 7 Jun 2012 15,837 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 15,816 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 14,746 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 13,397 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 13,385 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 13,385 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 10,211 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2006 9,319 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr?

Based on 41,575 MOT tests across 5,815 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,191
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 222
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 161
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
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PN52 YRG is a 2002 Honda Vfr in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2002 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 20,868 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 Vfr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN52 YRG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this Honda Vfr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PN52 YRG registered?

PN52 YRG is a 2002 Honda Vfr, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is PN52 YRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN52 YRG shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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