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RA08 DTK

2008 Honda Vfr 800

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

52,938 mi
Last recorded52,938 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Vfr 80030,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 DTK
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 800
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 52,938 miles

Offside Front Footrest slightly bent

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 52,350 miles

Offside footrest slightly bent

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Sep 2023 52,345 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside footrest slightly bent

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 51,823 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside riders foot peg slightly bent

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 51,376 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 30 Jul 2021 51,372 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 50,467 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 49,582 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 49,572 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 May 2018 49,333 miles

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

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 5 May 2017 48,979 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 48,973 miles

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 47,565 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 35,428 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 33,448 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 31,389 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

number plate light does not illuminate

Pass 17 Aug 2011 14,255 miles

Exhaust muffler clamp missing

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

Number plate light not working

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 800?

Based on 1,426 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
934
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
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RA08 DTK is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Honda Vfr 800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 30,732 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 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA08 DTK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Vfr 800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RA08 DTK registered?

RA08 DTK is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800, first registered on 18 July 2008.

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