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GJ58 XYT

2008 Honda VFR800A

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,590 mi
Last recorded50,590 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 XYT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 May 2026 50,590 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2025 49,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 48,339 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 May 2023 46,404 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 44,359 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 43,235 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 43,039 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 41,486 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 38,458 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 37,179 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2014 33,126 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 31,767 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 26,179 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2011 16,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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 XYT is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GJ58 XYT, 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.

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What year was GJ58 XYT registered?

GJ58 XYT is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 11 October 2008.

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