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YJ51 AFX

2001 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

30,524 mi
Last recorded30,524 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ51 AFX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 30,524 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 27,488 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2014 27,482 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 25,061 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 26 Jun 2013 25,048 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 22,389 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 20,511 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 19,263 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 19,263 miles

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

nail in rear tyre

Pass 15 Jun 2009 15,559 miles

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 13,106 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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YJ51 AFX is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YJ51 AFX, 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 YJ51 AFX registered?

YJ51 AFX is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 16 November 2001.

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