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W541 AOT

2000 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

76,466 mi
Last recorded76,466 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda VFR80026,749 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW541 AOT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 76,466 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 72,883 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive drive chain noisy (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2025 72,883 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive drive chain noisy (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Dec 2024 72,860 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive drive chain noisy (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 68,585 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 64,509 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 59,894 miles

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

Rear rear hugger slightly loose

Pass 12 Dec 2020 56,282 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 52,401 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 48,198 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2018 48,153 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2017 44,186 miles

Nearside Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 39,518 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 35,448 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 35,006 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 34,988 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking Inner fender insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 30,767 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 30,749 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Nov 2013 25,901 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 21,761 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Oct 2012 21,761 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 16,090 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 11,136 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 11,132 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Nov 2008 11,111 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 10,989 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 10,696 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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W541 AOT is a 2000 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W541 AOT, 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 W541 AOT registered?

W541 AOT is a 2000 Honda VFR800, first registered on 20 March 2000.

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