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WU51 HXH

2001 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

73,050 mi
Last recorded73,050 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 HXH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 73,050 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2026 73,050 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 69,647 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2024 65,195 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 62,353 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 60,254 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 58,451 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 58,451 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 57,082 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 57,082 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 8 May 2018 53,458 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 52,100 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 40,457 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 38,076 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 26 Apr 2014 38,074 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 34,700 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 34,311 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 34,311 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 26,514 miles

both tyres low on tread

Pass 13 Apr 2010 24,144 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 21,244 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 18,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate slightly small

handle bars not sat in locking pins correctly

Pass 25 Nov 2006 14,444 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 9,523 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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WU51 HXH is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 WU51 HXH, 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 WU51 HXH registered?

WU51 HXH is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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The MOT history for WU51 HXH shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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