CarVerify

Free Car Check

MJ08 XYD

2008 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,091 mi
Last recorded39,091 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR80015,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 XYD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 39,091 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 38,096 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 33,785 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 33,954 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 33,120 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 31,437 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 28,601 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 27,123 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 22,824 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 21,381 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 20,689 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 19,115 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 18,887 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 18,880 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2013 18,241 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 16,562 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 14,561 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800?

Based on 72,376 MOT tests across 5,205 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
5,205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,029
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 447
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 441
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 280
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 243
Full Honda VFR800 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MJ08 XYD is a 2008 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 15,285 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,029 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJ08 XYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Honda VFR800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MJ08 XYD?

You can check the full history of MJ08 XYD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MJ08 XYD registered?

MJ08 XYD is a 2008 Honda VFR800, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is MJ08 XYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 XYD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MJ08 XYD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MJ08 XYD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.