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SV08 LJU

2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

21,029 mi
Last recorded21,029 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-818,333 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 LJU
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 800 A-8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 21,029 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 18,365 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 17,695 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 17,009 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 15,826 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 13,775 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 12,168 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 10,244 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

light knock from front

Pass 29 Mar 2016 7,663 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2015 7,212 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 7,043 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2012 6,033 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 1,455 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 1,455 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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SV08 LJU is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SV08 LJU, 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 SV08 LJU registered?

SV08 LJU is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is SV08 LJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 LJU 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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