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SY51 DVF

2001 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,067 mi
Last recorded117,067 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY51 DVF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 117,067 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Feb 2018 117,067 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front switch (1.3.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 101,535 miles

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

front discs worn

front pads worn

number plate deteriorated

rear disc worn

rear pads worn

Fail 13 Feb 2017 101,508 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain excessively tight areas of chain has tight spots (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

front discs worn

front pads worn

number plate deteriorated

rear disc worn

rear pads worn

Pass 19 Mar 2016 87,528 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 63,854 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 50,605 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 27,800 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 25,964 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 24,930 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 6,916 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 6,055 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 4,908 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 4,908 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 4,092 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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SY51 DVF is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SY51 DVF, 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 SY51 DVF registered?

SY51 DVF is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 8 November 2001.

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