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V800 NRC

2001 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

55,866 mi
Last recorded55,866 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV800 NRC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 55,866 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 55,743 miles

Advise NSF disc is touching break caliper carrier - does not effect break effort, does not indicate binding or fluctuation. Customer been verbally advised

Pass 22 Apr 2022 54,342 miles

headlight masked

Pass 23 Apr 2021 52,699 miles

Front headlamp masking kit fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2019 52,450 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Side light not working

Pass 2 Jun 2018 46,927 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 44,740 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated SILENCER UNDERNEATH AT THE REAR (7.1.1a)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 23 May 2017 44,740 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside TAPED DURING TEST (1.6)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated SILENCER UNDERNEATH AT THE REAR (7.1.1a)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 41,862 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 40,393 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 39,721 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 36,258 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 32,712 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 26,586 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 25,657 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 23,342 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 26 Jan 2008 21,490 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2008 21,490 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2007 19,804 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 17,512 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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V800 NRC is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V800 NRC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V800 NRC registered?

V800 NRC is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 27 June 2001.

Is V800 NRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V800 NRC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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