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Y597 RSO

2001 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,687 mi
Last recorded71,687 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY597 RSO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 71,687 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 68,733 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 65,903 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 63,308 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 56,402 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 55,581 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 50,759 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 44,908 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 39,937 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 36,344 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 31,724 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 28,781 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 23,742 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 21,502 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2008 19,119 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 25 Sep 2007 16,224 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 16,224 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 13,280 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 7 Oct 2005 9,020 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2005 9,020 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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Y597 RSO is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y597 RSO, 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 Y597 RSO registered?

Y597 RSO is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 8 May 2001.

Is Y597 RSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y597 RSO shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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