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CA08 ZVF

2008 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

28,489 mi
Last recorded28,489 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 ZVF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 28,489 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 26,629 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 26,388 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 23,857 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 1.2mm (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Jul 2022 23,818 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 1.2mm (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 19,947 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 17,264 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 14,060 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 9,927 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 5,313 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 3,833 miles

Rear rear tyre close to legal limit

Pass 13 Aug 2015

Chain has slight tight spot.

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 3,128 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 2,936 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 2,379 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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CA08 ZVF is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 CA08 ZVF, 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 CA08 ZVF registered?

CA08 ZVF is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is CA08 ZVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 ZVF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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