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EK51 DCX

2001 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 7817cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests25 (23 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate92%

Mileage

45,769 mi
Last recorded45,769 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 DCX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,817cc

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MOT History

23 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 45,769 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 45,172 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 45,170 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jan 2024 42,415 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 38,001 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 37,981 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 37,933 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 37,717 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 37,096 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 35,177 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 34,489 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 34,382 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 34,043 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 32,475 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 31,787 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 29,961 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 27,460 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 27,022 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 21,987 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 21,987 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 18,367 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 13,496 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2008 10,629 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 7,465 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 4,123 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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EK51 DCX is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 7,817cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92%.

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 EK51 DCX, 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 EK51 DCX registered?

EK51 DCX is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is EK51 DCX safe to buy?

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