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DG51 YLT

2001 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

17,467 mi
Last recorded17,467 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 YLT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 17,467 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 17,432 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 17,409 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 17,409 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 17,362 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 17,317 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 17,019 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 16,849 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 16,566 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 16,314 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 15,884 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 15,884 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 14,951 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 14,951 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 14,085 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 13,067 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 13,067 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 11,868 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 10,422 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 8,888 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 6,895 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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DG51 YLT is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 DG51 YLT, 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 DG51 YLT registered?

DG51 YLT is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 4 December 2001.

Is DG51 YLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 YLT shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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