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Y252 CHO

2001 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,750 mi
Last recorded58,750 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY252 CHO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 58,750 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 58,567 miles

front tyre unevenly worn

rear tyre unevenly worn

Pass 14 Sep 2017 58,510 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 58,276 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 57,296 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Jul 2014 56,633 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 56,633 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2011 56,128 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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Y252 CHO is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y252 CHO, 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 Y252 CHO registered?

Y252 CHO is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y252 CHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y252 CHO shows 8 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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