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A4 VAV

2001 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,347 mi
Last recorded39,347 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 VAV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 31 May 2025 39,347 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 39,306 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 36,340 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 36,275 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 May 2020 36,273 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 33,932 miles

Front wheel bearing slight roughness

Pass 15 May 2018 33,588 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

drive chain slightly slack

Pass 19 May 2017 32,683 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 31,875 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 31,785 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 28,483 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 26,237 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 23,553 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 21,660 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 20,784 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 17,563 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 13,394 miles

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

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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A4 VAV is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 A4 VAV, 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 A4 VAV registered?

A4 VAV is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 6 March 2001.

Is A4 VAV safe to buy?

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