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SG08 EWZ

2008 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

32,202 mi
Last recorded32,202 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 EWZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 32,202 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 32,202 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2025 31,985 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2024 31,603 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 30,841 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2022 27,453 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 27,316 miles

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

Front exhaust downpipes have corrosion but not to excess

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

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

Rear exhaust heat shield is loose but no excessive

Pass 31 Mar 2021 26,217 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 25,357 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 24,907 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 23,829 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 21,435 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 19,745 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 19,483 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 30 Sep 2015 19,483 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 18,613 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 17,976 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 17,001 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 14,857 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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SG08 EWZ is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SG08 EWZ, 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 SG08 EWZ registered?

SG08 EWZ is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is SG08 EWZ safe to buy?

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