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SM57 NJU

2008 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

46,788 mi
Last recorded46,788 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM57 NJU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 46,788 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 46,773 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 46,773 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 46,365 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 46,365 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 45,278 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 45,135 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 42,361 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 38,245 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 33,705 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 31,066 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 24,964 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 19,494 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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SM57 NJU is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SM57 NJU, 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

How do I check the history of SM57 NJU?

You can check the full history of SM57 NJU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SM57 NJU registered?

SM57 NJU is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is SM57 NJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM57 NJU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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