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GL57 OJA

2008 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

34,684 mi
Last recorded34,684 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 OJA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 34,684 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 34,310 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 33,711 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 33,711 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 27,202 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 18,328 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 16,126 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 15,124 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 13,184 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 9,923 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2014 8,401 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 5,570 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 2,011 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 567 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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GL57 OJA is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GL57 OJA, 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 GL57 OJA registered?

GL57 OJA is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 26 January 2008.

Is GL57 OJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 OJA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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