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AO52 DKA

2002 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

58,989 mi
Last recorded58,989 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 DKA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 58,989 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 58,002 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 57,133 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 56,981 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 56,956 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 56,787 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 55,455 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 54,519 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 48,107 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 47,406 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 45,624 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 40,624 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 44,907 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 44,710 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 44,252 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 43,896 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 42,230 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 4,229 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 39,264 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 32,674 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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AO52 DKA is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 AO52 DKA, 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 AO52 DKA registered?

AO52 DKA is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 15 November 2002.

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