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WA51 TYB

2001 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,833 mi
Last recorded16,833 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 TYB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 16,833 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 16,183 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 26 May 2022 16,183 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 16,021 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 16,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2014 15,971 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2013 12,023 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 11,781 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 10,291 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 9,794 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 7,907 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2006 5,671 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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WA51 TYB is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WA51 TYB, 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 WA51 TYB registered?

WA51 TYB is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is WA51 TYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 TYB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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