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LF51 ZNB

2001 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

56,751 mi
Last recorded56,751 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR80024,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 ZNB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 56,751 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 5 Mar 2026 56,751 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 53,434 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 51,502 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 51,502 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 50,335 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 48,040 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2021 45,106 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 45,105 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Fuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2019 39,987 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 39,987 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 35,360 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 30,613 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 25,855 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 25,853 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 23,756 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 23,282 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 22,941 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 22,348 miles
Pass 8 May 2011 19,400 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 18,666 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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LF51 ZNB is a 2001 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LF51 ZNB, 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 LF51 ZNB registered?

LF51 ZNB is a 2001 Honda VFR800, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is LF51 ZNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 ZNB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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