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GX51 ORH

2001 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,862 mi
Last recorded40,862 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 ORH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 40,862 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 40,396 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 38,763 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 38,763 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 38,467 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 38,115 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 36,603 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

O/S headlamp dipped bulb not working

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2014 36,308 miles

Advise front brake spongy.

Advise slight corrosion exhaust.

Advise tyres mismatched.

Advise wire fouling tank.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 33,352 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 33,352 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 32,531 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 29,834 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2007 25,651 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 15,676 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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GX51 ORH is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GX51 ORH, 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 GX51 ORH registered?

GX51 ORH is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is GX51 ORH safe to buy?

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