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AO02 NCV

2002 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

19,492 mi
Last recorded19,492 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 NCV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 19,492 miles

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

Offside heated grip slightly loose

Pass 12 Feb 2024 19,222 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 18,775 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 18,222 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 17,778 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 15,925 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 15,283 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 15,162 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 15,158 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2016 15,019 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 13,915 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 13,724 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 12,803 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 12,640 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

near side dip beam not working

right handle bar slihgty bent close to fuel tank on right lock

twist grip slow to return on lock to lock

Fail 9 Nov 2010 11,372 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2010 11,372 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 9,336 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2009 9,336 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Nov 2008 7,778 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 7,062 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 6,228 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 5,333 miles

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

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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AO02 NCV is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AO02 NCV, 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.

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What year was AO02 NCV registered?

AO02 NCV is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 9 April 2002.

Is AO02 NCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 NCV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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