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RE61 KNL

2012 Honda VFR800

White Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,914 mi
Last recorded18,914 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda VFR80013,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE61 KNL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 18,914 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2025 18,914 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 21,167 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 15,641 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 13,431 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 10,929 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 9,136 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 6,117 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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RE61 KNL is a 2012 Honda VFR800 in White with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 13,878 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 RE61 KNL, 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 14 years old, this Honda VFR800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE61 KNL registered?

RE61 KNL is a 2012 Honda VFR800, first registered on 17 January 2012.

Is RE61 KNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE61 KNL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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