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PET 3Y

2008 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,787 mi
Last recorded23,787 miles
Recorded on11 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPET 3Y
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2024 23,787 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 23,693 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 23,175 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 22,328 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 21,027 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 21,027 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 18,017 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 17,370 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 16,584 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 16,299 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 15,410 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 12,125 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 11,256 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 8,937 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 8,937 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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PET 3Y is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 18,044 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 VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PET 3Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Honda VFR800A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PET 3Y?

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What year was PET 3Y registered?

PET 3Y is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is PET 3Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PET 3Y shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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