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W165 XTU

2000 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,263 mi
Last recorded19,263 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi26,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW165 XTU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 19,263 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 19,177 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2024 19,177 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 19,113 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 18,915 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 18,754 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 17,446 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 16,679 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 16,679 miles

Stop lamp not working Stop switch faulty (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 15,752 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 15,213 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 13,668 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 12,768 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 11,454 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 9,770 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 6,591 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 6,580 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 6,499 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 6,499 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 6,378 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 6,277 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 5,845 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 5,667 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 4,594 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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W165 XTU is a 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W165 XTU, 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 W165 XTU registered?

W165 XTU is a 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W165 XTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W165 XTU shows 24 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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