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AO51 HYH

2001 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,597 mi
Last recorded28,597 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 HYH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 28,597 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 28,441 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 28,423 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 28,203 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 28,034 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 27,915 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 27,524 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 27,219 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 26,519 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 26,288 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 26,277 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 6 May 2014 25,236 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 24,991 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 23,421 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 22,162 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))

Pass 27 Mar 2010 20,382 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 18,542 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))

Pass 25 Jan 2008 17,367 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 15,169 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 13,281 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 HYH is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 HYH, 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.

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What year was AO51 HYH registered?

AO51 HYH is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 3 December 2001.

Is AO51 HYH safe to buy?

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