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MJ12 UVP

2012 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

8,167 mi
Last recorded8,167 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda VFR800A8,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ12 UVP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 8,167 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 7,673 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 7,483 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 7,078 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 6,882 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 6,234 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 6,227 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 5,560 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 5,013 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 7 Apr 2017 4,344 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 4,344 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 4,273 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 3,819 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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MJ12 UVP is a 2012 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 8,794 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 MJ12 UVP, 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 14 years old, this Honda VFR800A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MJ12 UVP?

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What year was MJ12 UVP registered?

MJ12 UVP is a 2012 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is MJ12 UVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ12 UVP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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