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L31 NOB

2001 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

51,371 mi
Last recorded51,371 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL31 NOB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 51,371 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 46,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 20 Jul 2024 46,809 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 44,564 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 42,899 miles

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

Nearside handlebar end partly out

Pass 29 Jun 2021 42,646 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

idle speed too high

Pass 2 Feb 2019 40,405 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 37,424 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 37,423 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2016 34,406 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 31,623 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 31,186 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 29,860 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 28,361 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 23,953 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 19,928 miles

numberplate to small

Pass 23 Jul 2008 15,363 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2008 15,363 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 9,029 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 8,421 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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L31 NOB is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 L31 NOB, 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 L31 NOB registered?

L31 NOB is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 3 August 2001.

Is L31 NOB safe to buy?

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