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AU12 VHO

2012 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

130,908 mi
Last recorded130,908 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda VFR80013,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 VHO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 130,908 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 129,711 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 121,430 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2024 121,430 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2023 110,150 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 102,780 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 100,193 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 88,057 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 88,055 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 71,800 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 8 Feb 2017 71,800 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 55,863 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 39,589 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 Feb 2015 39,589 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

rear registration plate light not working

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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AU12 VHO is a 2012 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 AU12 VHO, 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 AU12 VHO registered?

AU12 VHO is a 2012 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is AU12 VHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU12 VHO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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