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RO08 ULU

2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8

Black Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

25,276 mi
Last recorded25,276 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-818,333 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 ULU
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 800 A-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Mar 2025 25,276 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

oil cooler leaking

Pass 18 Mar 2024 21,692 miles

Rear brake effort slightly low.

Pass 4 Mar 2023 19,008 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside headlamp aim is slightly high.

Rear brake effort is slightly low.

Pass 5 Mar 2022 16,287 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 15,484 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 13,184 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 13,184 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 12,009 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 11,386 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 11,386 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 18 May 2017 10,718 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 9,441 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 9,431 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 8,989 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 8,033 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 7,771 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 7,637 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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RO08 ULU is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8 in Black with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RO08 ULU, 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 RO08 ULU registered?

RO08 ULU is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is RO08 ULU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 ULU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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