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W228 WBK

2000 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

31,212 mi
Last recorded31,212 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda VFR80026,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW228 WBK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 31,212 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 30,467 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 30,467 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jan 2022 30,467 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 30,467 miles

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 30,467 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 30,467 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 30,459 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 30,459 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 30,273 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 30,273 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 30,265 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 30,019 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 29,491 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 28,913 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 28,015 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 21,350 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 21,349 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 19,586 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2008 16,657 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 15,391 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 14,192 miles

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

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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W228 WBK is a 2000 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2000 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 26,749 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 W228 WBK, 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 26 years old, this Honda VFR800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W228 WBK registered?

W228 WBK is a 2000 Honda VFR800, first registered on 29 March 2000.

Is W228 WBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W228 WBK shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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