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PN08 YXX

2008 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,772 mi
Last recorded40,772 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Vfr15,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 YXX
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 40,772 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2026 40,772 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jan 2025 39,659 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2025 39,658 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2023 39,312 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2023 39,312 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 34,567 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 31,087 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 28,793 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 21,826 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 16,486 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 13,988 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 12,392 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 12,392 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 10,145 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 9,880 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 9,973 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 9,294 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2012 6,564 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 5,000 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr?

Based on 41,575 MOT tests across 5,815 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,191
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 222
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 161
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
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PN08 YXX is a 2008 Honda Vfr in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 15,650 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN08 YXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Vfr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PN08 YXX?

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What year was PN08 YXX registered?

PN08 YXX is a 2008 Honda Vfr, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is PN08 YXX safe to buy?

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