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AK02 HLG

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,114 mi
Last recorded37,114 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 HLG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 37,114 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 36,122 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 34,806 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 33,786 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 33,555 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 33,555 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 33,214 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 32,114 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 31,383 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 29,664 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 22,843 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 20,505 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 14,431 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 13,696 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 13,466 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 12,899 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 11,622 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 9,387 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 7,426 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 7,369 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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AK02 HLG is a 2002 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 2002 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 22,693 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 AK02 HLG, 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 24 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 AK02 HLG registered?

AK02 HLG is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 10 June 2002.

Is AK02 HLG safe to buy?

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