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GJ08 YJL

2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8

Black Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,756 mi
Last recorded67,756 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-818,333 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 YJL
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 800 A-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 67,756 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 67,750 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2024 67,395 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2024 67,395 miles

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 67,025 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 66,661 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 66,661 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 64,669 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 63,107 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 59,447 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 56,296 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 48,283 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 34,211 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 15,029 miles

Nail in front tyre

exhaust clamp corroded

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

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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GJ08 YJL is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8 in Black with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GJ08 YJL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ08 YJL registered?

GJ08 YJL is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8, first registered on 11 April 2008.

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The MOT history for GJ08 YJL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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