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WU08 PZW

2008 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

42,835 mi
Last recorded42,835 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 PZW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 42,835 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 35,688 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 28,387 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 27,106 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 25,904 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 24,984 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 24,663 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 24,663 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 23,340 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 22,533 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 21,750 miles

Rear brake pads at wear limit of 1mm

Pass 27 Jun 2015 21,158 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 18,759 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 17,083 miles

rear tyre getting low on the offside

Pass 21 May 2012 14,250 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2011 11,519 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 21 May 2011 11,519 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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WU08 PZW is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 18,044 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 WU08 PZW, 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 18 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 WU08 PZW registered?

WU08 PZW is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is WU08 PZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 PZW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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