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MK08 EJX

2008 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

22,363 mi
Last recorded22,363 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR800A18,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 EJX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 22,363 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 22,233 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 22,162 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 21,655 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 21,393 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 21,393 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 21,325 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 21,144 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 20,582 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 20,582 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 19,858 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2014 16,541 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 13,285 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 12,749 miles

Exhaust clamp corroded .

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 10,475 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 10,473 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

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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MK08 EJX is a 2008 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 MK08 EJX, 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 MK08 EJX registered?

MK08 EJX is a 2008 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is MK08 EJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 EJX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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