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AO02 SYU

2002 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

31,369 mi
Last recorded31,369 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 SYU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 31,369 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 30,917 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged PERISHED (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 May 2023 30,820 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 30,760 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 30,668 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 30,326 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 29,628 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 29,430 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 29,232 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 29,124 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 29,124 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 28,052 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 25,924 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 23,811 miles

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

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

Fail 10 May 2013 23,811 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 22,451 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 20,552 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 19,487 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 18,065 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 18,065 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 15,725 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 11,737 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 SYU 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 SYU, 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 SYU registered?

AO02 SYU is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is AO02 SYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 SYU 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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