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V585 MGJ

2000 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

31,298 mi
Last recorded31,298 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi26,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV585 MGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 31,298 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced left dip defect bulb (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 31,264 miles

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

massive corosion around rear shockabsorber.

Pass 3 Oct 2023 31,204 miles

Front Oil cooler pipes corroded.

Pass 13 Oct 2022 31,081 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Ex clamp damaged. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 30,852 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 30,778 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 30,778 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 30,343 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 30,337 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure rear hugger insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 29,508 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 29,508 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 28,680 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 26,679 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 25,122 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 24,692 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 22,989 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 22,410 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 21,759 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 20,462 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 17,679 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 16,425 miles

all brake pads 50% worn

Pass 15 Jul 2006 15,275 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 12,574 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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V585 MGJ is a 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 26,330 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V585 MGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V585 MGJ registered?

V585 MGJ is a 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 18 January 2000.

Is V585 MGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V585 MGJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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