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SP51 BHV

2001 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,032 mi
Last recorded15,032 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 BHV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 15,032 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 14,622 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 13,642 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 10,075 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 9,700 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

headlights adjusted for test

Pass 3 Jul 2009 9,272 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 8,786 miles

one exhaust clamp split but exhaust not leaking and still secure

Pass 30 May 2007 7,642 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 5,832 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 5,749 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 6 May 2005 3,948 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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SP51 BHV is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SP51 BHV, 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.

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What year was SP51 BHV registered?

SP51 BHV is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is SP51 BHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 BHV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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