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W542 RNV

2000 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

33,745 mi
Last recorded33,745 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda VFR80026,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW542 RNV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 33,745 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 33,736 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 33,067 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 32,202 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 31,281 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 30,316 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 28,806 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2014 27,657 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 27,657 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 26,921 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

one tail light not working

Fail 29 Aug 2013 26,921 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

one tail light not working

Pass 31 Aug 2012 25,841 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 24,377 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Sep 2010 23,308 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 23,308 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 21,915 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 21,059 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 19,314 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 17,326 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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W542 RNV is a 2000 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 W542 RNV, 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 W542 RNV registered?

W542 RNV is a 2000 Honda VFR800, first registered on 3 June 2000.

Is W542 RNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W542 RNV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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