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HF51 SYX

2001 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,901 mi
Last recorded28,901 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 SYX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 28,901 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 28,474 miles

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 27,985 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 27,595 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 27,595 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 27,293 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 27,293 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 20 May 2016 27,030 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 27,030 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 26,475 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 26,175 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 24,688 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 17,274 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 15,072 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 25 Apr 2007 11,591 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 8,285 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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HF51 SYX is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Silver 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 HF51 SYX, 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 HF51 SYX registered?

HF51 SYX is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is HF51 SYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 SYX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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