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CX08 ZBJ

2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,399 mi
Last recorded25,399 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-818,333 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 ZBJ
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 800 A-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 25,399 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 24,649 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Fail 8 May 2025 24,501 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 21,582 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 20,877 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 19,759 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 19,405 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 17,871 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear discs slightly pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Apr 2019 17,871 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear discs slightly pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose due to corroded and broken exhaust clamp. heat shield also rotted and hanging off. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 16,897 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated exhaust clamp rusty and broken (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

only one of the two front headlight bulbs illuminates when switched on

Pass 15 Feb 2016 16,278 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 13,592 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 11,274 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Fail 24 May 2013 11,274 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 7,766 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 800 A-8?

Based on 2,692 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
1,128
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 6
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CX08 ZBJ is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 18,333 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 Vfr 800 A-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX08 ZBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 800 A-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Vfr 800 A-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CX08 ZBJ registered?

CX08 ZBJ is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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