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FP51 BLX

2001 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,380 mi
Last recorded33,380 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 BLX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 33,380 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate slightly loose secured with cable ties (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

side panel missing, battery exposed

Fail 14 Feb 2026 33,346 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate slightly loose secured with cable ties (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

side panel missing, battery exposed

Pass 13 Mar 2025 27,179 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 23,186 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2023 23,186 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested Head lamp aim not tested due to dipped beam not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Direction indicator not working N/S indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam N/S dipped beam not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Right hand fork oil seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Rear brake pads worn close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 22,126 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 21,571 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2022 21,571 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper has no reserve travel and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front brake hose insecure

Pass 19 Mar 2021 21,361 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 20,722 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front mudguard missing

Pass 24 Jun 2017 20,388 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s of tyre wearing (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2016 19,220 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 17,973 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 16,650 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 12,047 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2010 7,189 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 7,189 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 6,574 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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FP51 BLX is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FP51 BLX, 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 FP51 BLX registered?

FP51 BLX is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 10 November 2001.

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