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GJ58 ELV

2008 Honda VFR800A

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,706 mi
Last recorded38,706 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 ELV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 38,706 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 38,706 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 38,108 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 May 2023 36,317 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 29,082 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 23,051 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 23,051 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 12,470 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 4,241 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 3,627 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 3,279 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 914 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 353 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 338 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 333 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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GJ58 ELV is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GJ58 ELV, 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 GJ58 ELV registered?

GJ58 ELV is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 13 September 2008.

Is GJ58 ELV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ58 ELV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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