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WJ09 NLU

2009 Honda VFR800A

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

7,299 mi
Last recorded7,299 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda VFR800A16,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ09 NLU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 7,299 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 7,184 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 6,959 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust silencer slightly loose Lower Exhaust clamp fracture (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Rear tyre old

Pass 8 Jul 2023 6,005 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2023 6,005 miles

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2022 5,386 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2015 5,093 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 4,636 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 4,300 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 3,930 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 3,930 miles

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

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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WJ09 NLU is a 2009 Honda VFR800A in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2009 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 16,721 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 WJ09 NLU, 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 17 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 WJ09 NLU registered?

WJ09 NLU is a 2009 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 24 April 2009.

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