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AK02 JHU

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,375 mi
Last recorded25,375 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 JHU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 25,375 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 23,810 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 22,088 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2023 22,088 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 21,416 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2022 21,416 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 20,911 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Footrest return springs

Pass 22 Jul 2020 20,679 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 20,679 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 19,725 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 16,236 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 14,676 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 14,556 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 14,431 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 13,805 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Jun 2010 12,944 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 12,652 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 Jul 2008 12,635 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2007 10,319 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 8,421 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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 JHU 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 80%.

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 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 AK02 JHU, 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 JHU registered?

AK02 JHU is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 May 2002.

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