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AO02 HZW

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

44,054 mi
Last recorded44,054 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 HZW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 44,054 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 43,774 miles

Rear oil on tyre

Pass 25 Oct 2023 43,006 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 42,445 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 42,360 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 41,828 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 40,633 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 39,757 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 39,731 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 May 2017 37,921 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 35,902 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 35,367 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 33,513 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 33,513 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 32,453 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 30,300 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 26,292 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 24,923 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 24,714 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 24,310 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 22,835 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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AO02 HZW is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AO02 HZW, 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 AO02 HZW registered?

AO02 HZW is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is AO02 HZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 HZW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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