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DY02 BXR

2002 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

36,327 mi
Last recorded36,327 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR800A17,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY02 BXR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 36,327 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 36,140 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2025 36,133 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2023 33,699 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 31,216 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear rear shock spring has some corrosion but not to excess

Pass 5 Apr 2021 26,882 miles

OSF brake hose rubber protector damaged.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 26,170 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 26,168 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 25,290 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 25,146 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 23,496 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 21,881 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 19,139 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 16,827 miles

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 14,615 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 13,610 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 May 2010 13,610 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 11,921 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 11,117 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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DY02 BXR is a 2002 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2002 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 17,512 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY02 BXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY02 BXR registered?

DY02 BXR is a 2002 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 11 April 2002.

Is DY02 BXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY02 BXR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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