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AO51 DXS

2001 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

57,779 mi
Last recorded57,779 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 DXS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 57,779 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 17 Jul 2023 57,312 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 56,347 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 55,346 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 54,379 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 53,640 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 52,846 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 52,103 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 52,100 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 49,665 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 49,657 miles

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

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

screen is broken but still secure

Pass 9 Nov 2013 46,398 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 42,895 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 42,895 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 41,553 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

R/H and L/H Side fairings not fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2010 40,491 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 40,491 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 38,060 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 33,892 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 30,462 miles

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

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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AO51 DXS is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2001 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 24,676 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 AO51 DXS, 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 25 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 AO51 DXS registered?

AO51 DXS is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is AO51 DXS safe to buy?

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