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AO51 HXS

2001 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

24,071 mi
Last recorded24,071 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 HXS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 24,071 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 23,900 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 23,648 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 22,596 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 19,895 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 16,782 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 16,776 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 16,776 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 16,733 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 16,731 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 16,472 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 16,029 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 15,909 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 15,326 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 May 2010 14,942 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 13,331 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 10,329 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 7,835 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 6,037 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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AO51 HXS is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 AO51 HXS, 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 HXS registered?

AO51 HXS is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is AO51 HXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 HXS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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