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ST08 JVP

2008 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

51,329 mi
Last recorded51,329 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 JVP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 51,329 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 44,581 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 37,619 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 37,619 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2023 31,375 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 29,483 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 28,873 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 27,951 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 25,866 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 24,415 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 23,298 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 20,078 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 17,280 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 9,346 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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ST08 JVP is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 ST08 JVP, 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 ST08 JVP registered?

ST08 JVP is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is ST08 JVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST08 JVP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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