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FJ08 VFS

2008 Victory Vegas

Red Petrol 1507cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,215 mi
Last recorded16,215 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Victory Vegas13,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 VFS
MakeVictory
ModelVegas
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,507cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 16,215 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 16,174 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 16,018 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 15,849 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 15,084 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2021 15,008 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit damage or defect center line of tyre whole cicumference (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements no plate obscured removed and refitted (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 14,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2020 13,929 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 13,190 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 12,380 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 11,742 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 11,054 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 8,184 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 8,138 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 7,899 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 7,445 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 5,688 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 5,688 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Victory Vegas?

Based on 3,210 MOT tests across 337 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
795
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
337
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 6
Throttle operating incorrectly 5
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FJ08 VFS is a 2008 Victory Vegas in Red with a 1,507cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Victory Vegas models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 13,362 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Victory Vegas fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 VFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Victory Vegas typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Victory Vegas is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ08 VFS registered?

FJ08 VFS is a 2008 Victory Vegas, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is FJ08 VFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 VFS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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