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W659 VGF

2000 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

63,338 mi
Last recorded63,338 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda VFR80026,749 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW659 VGF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 63,338 miles

Central Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2024 63,338 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2023 63,057 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

rear brake has low readings

Pass 3 May 2022 62,425 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 61,760 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2018

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2015
Fail 4 Sep 2014

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014
Pass 3 Jul 2012 59,515 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 52,448 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 46,754 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 40,651 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 36,191 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 31,619 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 28,059 miles

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

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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W659 VGF is a 2000 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W659 VGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W659 VGF registered?

W659 VGF is a 2000 Honda VFR800, first registered on 28 March 2000.

Is W659 VGF safe to buy?

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