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BL08 VKH

2008 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

20,162 mi
Last recorded20,162 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 VKH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 20,162 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 20,158 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 30 Aug 2023 19,705 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 19,356 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2022 19,355 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 18,847 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 18,299 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 17,282 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 16,720 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 15,998 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 15,130 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 13,467 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 13,203 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 12,127 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2012 10,849 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 16 Aug 2011 9,556 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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BL08 VKH is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 BL08 VKH, 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 BL08 VKH registered?

BL08 VKH is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is BL08 VKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL08 VKH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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