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RF08 WXX

2008 Honda VFR800A

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

75,460 mi
Last recorded75,460 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 WXX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 75,460 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 69,068 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2024 69,068 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 63,196 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 54,245 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 46,363 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 41,478 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 37,170 miles

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

brass bush missing clutch lever.

Pass 1 Oct 2018 22,260 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 11,796 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 11,637 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 11,637 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing exhaust clamp missing. (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 10,862 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated corrosion on downpipe (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 10,661 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 10,661 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 10,170 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 8,818 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 7,565 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 5,107 miles

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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RF08 WXX is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RF08 WXX, 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

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What year was RF08 WXX registered?

RF08 WXX is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is RF08 WXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 WXX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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