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LC09 LWM

2009 Honda VFR800A

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

28,497 mi
Last recorded28,497 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda VFR800A16,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC09 LWM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 28,497 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 26,820 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 25,213 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2023 25,213 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2022 23,362 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 21,768 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 20,607 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 20,067 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 18,533 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2017 17,057 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2017 17,037 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 15,930 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 14,972 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 14,972 miles

Nearside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Offside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 11,717 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 8,465 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 3,319 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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LC09 LWM is a 2009 Honda VFR800A in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 16,721 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 LC09 LWM, 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 17 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 LC09 LWM registered?

LC09 LWM is a 2009 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 13 June 2009.

Is LC09 LWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC09 LWM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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