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EX08 DFG

2008 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,054 mi
Last recorded47,054 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR80015,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 DFG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 47,054 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 45,416 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 43,897 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 41,753 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2023 41,742 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2022 36,576 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 32,784 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 28,842 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 24,294 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 20,032 miles

Fairings fitted

Rear brake effort lower than I would expect

Pass 16 Jun 2016 19,359 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

No number plate light

Pass 29 May 2015 17,280 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 15,578 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 14,407 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 12,825 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 12,825 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 11,340 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 11,340 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800?

Based on 72,376 MOT tests across 5,205 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
5,205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,029
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 447
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 441
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 280
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 243
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EX08 DFG is a 2008 Honda VFR800 in Red 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 VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 15,285 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 VFR800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,029 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX08 DFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Honda VFR800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EX08 DFG registered?

EX08 DFG is a 2008 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EX08 DFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 DFG 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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