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AE51 JJZ

2001 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

35,013 mi
Last recorded35,013 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 JJZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 35,013 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 34,843 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 34,597 miles

front brake slight bind

Pass 29 Sep 2020 34,048 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 33,991 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pads corroded. Rear brake pads corroded

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 30,673 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 24,586 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 16,992 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 15,678 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 15,652 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 15 May 2015 15,652 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 14,877 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 14,280 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 14,217 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 14,192 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 12,299 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 10,292 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 8,216 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 7,905 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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AE51 JJZ is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 AE51 JJZ, 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.

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What year was AE51 JJZ registered?

AE51 JJZ is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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