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Y171 HDN

2001 Honda VFR800 Fi

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

36,910 mi
Last recorded36,910 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi24,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY171 HDN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 36,910 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 36,084 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2023 35,340 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 35,340 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 May 2022 34,638 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 34,594 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Fork stanion rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 34,336 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 33,334 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 32,990 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 32,990 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 31,382 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 31,382 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 30,145 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 29,537 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 28,205 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2012 26,309 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 26,309 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 23,852 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 19,692 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2010 19,692 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 18,022 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 14,458 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 13,765 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 11,659 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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Y171 HDN is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 24,426 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 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y171 HDN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y171 HDN registered?

Y171 HDN is a 2001 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y171 HDN safe to buy?

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