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WN09 XBV

2009 Honda VFR800A

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,549 mi
Last recorded26,549 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda VFR800A16,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN09 XBV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 26,549 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 24,566 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2023 23,336 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2023 23,336 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 20,392 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 20,188 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 19,329 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 18,097 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 15,988 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 15,988 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 11,943 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 7,232 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 7,232 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 7,023 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 6,678 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 6,210 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 5,820 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 5,820 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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WN09 XBV is a 2009 Honda VFR800A in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WN09 XBV, 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 WN09 XBV registered?

WN09 XBV is a 2009 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 8 May 2009.

Is WN09 XBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN09 XBV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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