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A7 LHU

2012 Honda VFR800

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests30 (28 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,843 mi
Last recorded39,843 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda VFR80013,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 LHU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

28 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 39,843 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 34,409 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 39,017 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 34,172 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 38,012 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2023 38,012 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 33,863 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 33,282 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 34,727 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 34,718 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 32,840 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

one rear position bulb not working

Pass 20 Jun 2020 32,568 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2020 34,714 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 31,948 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 33,578 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 31,167 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 29,218 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 30,315 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 24,800 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 26,520 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 17,671 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 23,395 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 11,901 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 19,819 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 14,582 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 9,662 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 9,192 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 7,212 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 7,212 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 18 May 2006 7,011 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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A7 LHU is a 2012 Honda VFR800 in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2012 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 13,878 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 A7 LHU, 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 14 years old, this Honda VFR800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A7 LHU registered?

A7 LHU is a 2012 Honda VFR800, first registered on 28 February 2012.

Is A7 LHU safe to buy?

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