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Y55 VFR

2001 Honda VFR800

Yellow Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,455 mi
Last recorded10,455 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY55 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 10,455 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 10,397 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 9,216 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 9,144 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 9,078 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 8,733 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 8,362 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 8,003 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 7,333 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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Y55 VFR is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Yellow with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y55 VFR, 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

How do I check the history of Y55 VFR?

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What year was Y55 VFR registered?

Y55 VFR is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y55 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y55 VFR shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y55 VFR have outstanding finance?

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