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EO51 VMA

2001 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,617 mi
Last recorded78,617 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO51 VMA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 78,617 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 67,618 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 55,293 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 42,653 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 41,773 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 41,062 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 39,359 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 33,667 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 20,776 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 20,763 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2009 18,372 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 15,788 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 15,760 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 11,604 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 10,767 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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EO51 VMA is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EO51 VMA, 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.

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What year was EO51 VMA registered?

EO51 VMA is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 18 December 2001.

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