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AO51 LYP

2001 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

19,634 mi
Last recorded19,634 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 LYP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 19,634 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 19,621 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 19,508 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 18 kgf deflection (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 18,284 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 18,259 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 18,224 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 18,186 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 18,140 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 18,094 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 18,040 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 17,946 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 17,563 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 17,313 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 16,900 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 16,038 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 13,785 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2010 13,785 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 9,957 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 5,606 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 5,579 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 LYP 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 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 LYP, 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 LYP registered?

AO51 LYP is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is AO51 LYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 LYP shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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