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JR54 VFR

2008 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

36,185 mi
Last recorded36,185 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJR54 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 36,185 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 36,176 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 34,210 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 31,906 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 31,604 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 29,690 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play Notched steering bearings (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 28,593 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 26,272 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 19,632 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 5,215 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 4,937 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 4,152 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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JR54 VFR is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 JR54 VFR, 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 JR54 VFR registered?

JR54 VFR is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is JR54 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for JR54 VFR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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