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Y203 NLO

2001 Honda VFR800F

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

69,854 mi
Last recorded69,854 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR800F25,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY203 NLO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 69,854 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement all lower bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2025 68,504 miles

Rear Lower Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 67,803 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 67,490 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 66,948 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 66,135 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 66,135 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 64,629 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 62,681 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 61,965 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 57,310 miles

Rear brake could be improved, possibly with use.

Pass 23 Sep 2014 52,536 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

front brake pads low

front tyre low on tread

Pass 12 Sep 2013 47,037 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 46,411 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front brake dragging slightly

Pass 3 Sep 2012 45,520 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 44,446 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 42,747 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 36,084 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 29,699 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 26,246 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 17,566 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800F?

Based on 5,992 MOT tests across 741 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
741
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
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Y203 NLO is a 2001 Honda VFR800F in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 Honda VFR800F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 25,062 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y203 NLO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800F typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Honda VFR800F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y203 NLO registered?

Y203 NLO is a 2001 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 26 April 2001.

Is Y203 NLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y203 NLO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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