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WU51 HYH

2001 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

47,958 mi
Last recorded47,958 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 HYH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 47,958 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 42,659 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 40,158 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 40,065 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 39,890 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 10 Apr 2014 38,992 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

light binding on front brakes

Pass 10 Apr 2014 38,992 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

light binding on front brakes

Pass 27 Mar 2013 35,746 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 35,605 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jul 2011 35,605 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 35,157 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 34,717 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 34,239 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 33,496 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 33,496 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 31,912 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 31,184 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 HYH is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HYH, 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.

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What year was WU51 HYH registered?

WU51 HYH is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 6 December 2001.

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