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W226 VMV

2000 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

48,007 mi
Last recorded48,007 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi26,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW226 VMV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 48,007 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2018 47,309 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 44,818 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 42,181 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 41,677 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust clamp perished

Pass 6 Dec 2012 41,468 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 41,453 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 38,442 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 31,806 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 31,806 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 31,806 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 29,777 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 26,261 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 22,595 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 18,477 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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W226 VMV is a 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 26,330 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 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W226 VMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W226 VMV registered?

W226 VMV is a 2000 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 21 August 2000.

Is W226 VMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W226 VMV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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