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Y538 DCY

2001 Honda VFR800F

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,491 mi
Last recorded57,491 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2011
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR800F25,062 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY538 DCY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800F
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2011 57,491 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 57,491 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 7 Jan 2011 50,498 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 50,498 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 44,448 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 41,464 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2007 35,691 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 31,895 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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Y538 DCY is a 2001 Honda VFR800F in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y538 DCY, 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.

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What year was Y538 DCY registered?

Y538 DCY is a 2001 Honda VFR800F, first registered on 18 June 2001.

Is Y538 DCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y538 DCY shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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