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WJ59 UOB

2009 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,641 mi
Last recorded30,641 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda VFR800A16,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ59 UOB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 30,641 miles
Pass 20 May 2026 30,641 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 30,610 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2024 28,503 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 25,943 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2023 25,943 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2022 22,985 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 20,698 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 20,682 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 20,509 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 20,031 miles

Rear The rear brakes are worn.

Rear The rear tyre is worn.

Pass 8 Jun 2015 17,286 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 14,556 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 9,742 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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WJ59 UOB is a 2009 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WJ59 UOB, 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 WJ59 UOB registered?

WJ59 UOB is a 2009 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 12 September 2009.

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The MOT history for WJ59 UOB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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