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Y4 BYK

2001 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,779 mi
Last recorded50,779 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY4 BYK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 50,779 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 48,175 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 45,547 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 43,756 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 42,336 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 42,225 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 42,225 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 41,629 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 41,629 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 13 May 2016 39,874 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 39,873 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2014 38,963 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 37,713 miles

Advise aftermarket exhaust fitted.

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 8 May 2012 37,713 miles

Advise aftermarket exhaust fitted.

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 35,008 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 33,414 miles

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

rear number plate

Pass 23 Feb 2009 25,891 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 18,575 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 15,912 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 11,569 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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Y4 BYK is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y4 BYK, 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 Y4 BYK registered?

Y4 BYK is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is Y4 BYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y4 BYK shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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