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W281 ORM

2000 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,634 mi
Last recorded35,634 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 2000 Honda VFR80026,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW281 ORM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 35,634 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 34,895 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 33,845 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2021 33,845 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 31,386 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 28,983 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 28,971 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2018 28,971 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 28,776 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Upper Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Fail 8 Jun 2017 28,755 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose which buldges both (3.2.B4)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 26 May 2016 26,705 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 26,400 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

fairing infill insecure

Pass 6 Jun 2015 25,016 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 25,016 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 24,829 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 24,116 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 23,905 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 23,653 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 23,292 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 22,632 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 22,632 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2007 18,938 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 14,257 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2006 14,257 miles

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

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

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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W281 ORM is a 2000 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W281 ORM, 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 W281 ORM registered?

W281 ORM is a 2000 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 July 2000.

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