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SW07 DDJ

2007 Honda VFR800A

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

28,359 mi
Last recorded28,359 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Honda VFR800A19,111 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW07 DDJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 28,359 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 May 2023 26,592 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake binding but not excessively rear brake dragging slightly- advise (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 May 2022 23,908 miles
Fail 7 May 2022 23,908 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp not working on dipped beam both dipped headlamp bulbs replaced (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps registration plate bulb replaced (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 18,341 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 18,305 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 17,710 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 17,499 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 17,480 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2016 14,925 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 12,491 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 12,179 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 11,732 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 11,470 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 Sep 2012 11,420 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

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

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 10,664 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 8,339 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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SW07 DDJ is a 2007 Honda VFR800A in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2007 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 19,111 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 SW07 DDJ, 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 19 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 SW07 DDJ registered?

SW07 DDJ is a 2007 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 1 May 2007.

Is SW07 DDJ safe to buy?

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