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YB08 ULT

2008 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,562 mi
Last recorded74,562 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 ULT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 74,562 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2025 74,562 miles

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

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

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 65,146 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 51,043 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 41,258 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2022 41,219 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 32,727 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 32,727 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 29,088 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 25,096 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 19,948 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 16,046 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 11,521 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 11,047 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 11,036 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 10,334 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 9,673 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 8,073 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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YB08 ULT is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 18,044 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 YB08 ULT, 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

How do I check the history of YB08 ULT?

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What year was YB08 ULT registered?

YB08 ULT is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is YB08 ULT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB08 ULT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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