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LD08 SXX

2008 Honda VFR800A

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

27,090 mi
Last recorded27,090 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 SXX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 27,090 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 26,332 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 25,642 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 21,789 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 20,247 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 19,516 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 18,420 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 18,420 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 17,373 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 15,790 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2017 15,790 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 13,977 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 12,619 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 11,706 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 10,554 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 8,868 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 6,759 miles

Exhaust clamp missing.

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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LD08 SXX is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 18,044 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LD08 SXX, 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 LD08 SXX registered?

LD08 SXX is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is LD08 SXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 SXX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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