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FA08 GZF

2008 Honda VFR800A

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,953 mi
Last recorded35,953 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 GZF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 35,953 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2025 35,953 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 35,239 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 33,117 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 29,325 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Jun 2022 29,325 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 22,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 16,203 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 16,202 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 7,623 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Jul 2019 7,623 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 7,500 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 7,434 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 7,182 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 7,144 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 7,067 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 7,067 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 4 May 2013 6,823 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 6,598 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 5,776 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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FA08 GZF is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FA08 GZF, 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

How do I check the history of FA08 GZF?

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What year was FA08 GZF registered?

FA08 GZF is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FA08 GZF safe to buy?

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