Honda VFR800A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda VFR800A reliable? We analysed 17,952 real MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda VFR800A is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda VFR800A.
Honda VFR800A Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda VFR800A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda VFR800A MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda VFR800A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda VFR800A Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda VFR800A fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda VFR800A Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda VFR800A models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda VFR800A Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda VFR800A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda VFR800A MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda VFR800A year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 142 | 89.4% | 5,453 | 8,794 | 20,424 |
| 2011 | 611 | 90.7% | 9,824 | 15,992 | 28,038 |
| 2010 | 754 | 89.5% | 8,361 | 15,014 | 23,275 |
| 2009 | 1,714 | 89.7% | 9,476 | 16,721 | 26,800 |
| 2008 | 2,120 | 88.2% | 10,681 | 18,044 | 27,825 |
| 2007 | 2,378 | 87.5% | 11,958 | 19,111 | 29,614 |
| 2006 | 2,865 | 88.0% | 9,540 | 16,937 | 26,926 |
| 2005 | 123 | 87.0% | 13,898 | 24,406 | 33,956 |
| 2004 | 857 | 86.0% | 12,488 | 20,268 | 32,107 |
| 2003 | 5,704 | 86.8% | 12,725 | 21,460 | 32,423 |
| 2002 | 443 | 89.4% | 10,025 | 17,512 | 25,353 |
| 2000 | 93 | 93.5% | 8,116 | 17,071 | 32,327 |
How Long Does a Honda VFR800A Last?
Based on 1,394 Honda VFR800A vehicles on UK roads.
Honda VFR800A Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda VFR800A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda VFR800A
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.5% MOT pass rate from 93 tests
86.0% MOT pass rate from 857 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda VFR800A is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.5% across 93 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda VFR800A Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda VFR800A THIS CAR | 87.9% | 17,952 | 18,904 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Civic | 73.7% | 9,391,580 | 74,987 mi | 34 yrs |
| Honda Jazz | 81% | 5,740,892 | 48,635 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Cr-v | 78.5% | 4,177,643 | 80,499 mi | 29 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz Sprinter 315 Premium CDI | 80.4% | 6,478 | 57,311 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda VFR800A outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Honda VFR800A has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.9% across 17,952 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Honda VFR800A are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (237 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (101), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (100). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda VFR800A with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Honda VFR800A owner drives around 1,065 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Honda VFR800A models stay on UK roads for around 24 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.