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YD08 SWJ

2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,330 mi
Last recorded22,330 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-818,333 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 SWJ
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 800 A-8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2025 22,330 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 21,935 miles

Exhaust clamp missing, exhaust flange rusty/deteriorated.

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

Front Ignition coil securing bolts missing, coils loose advise attention.

Pass 28 Jan 2022 20,831 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 20,824 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 20,175 miles

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 16,419 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 13,221 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 10,520 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 7,915 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 3,227 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 800 A-8?

Based on 2,692 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
1,128
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 6
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YD08 SWJ is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 18,333 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vfr 800 A-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YD08 SWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 800 A-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Vfr 800 A-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YD08 SWJ registered?

YD08 SWJ is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800 A-8, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YD08 SWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 SWJ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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