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YR08 FUP

2008 Honda Vfr 800

Purple Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,682 mi
Last recorded37,682 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Vfr 80030,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 FUP
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 800
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 37,682 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 37,513 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 35,770 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 31,708 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 25,025 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 24,963 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 24,419 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 21,451 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 21,392 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 21,392 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 21,290 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 20,838 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 19,814 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 15,927 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 15,927 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 13,656 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 800?

Based on 1,426 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
934
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
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YR08 FUP is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800 in Purple with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Honda Vfr 800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 30,732 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vfr 800 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR08 FUP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Vfr 800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR08 FUP registered?

YR08 FUP is a 2008 Honda Vfr 800, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is YR08 FUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 FUP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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