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PY08 FXO

2008 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

39,408 mi
Last recorded39,408 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR80015,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 FXO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 39,408 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 38,707 miles

Offside Rear slit in rear tyre

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

Pass 23 May 2024 37,553 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear tyre has cuts not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 6 Mar 2023 35,765 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 33,971 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2020 30,972 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 26,467 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 26,464 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2015 24,272 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 18,894 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 18,835 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 17,107 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 15,285 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 12,391 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
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PY08 FXO is a 2008 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 PY08 FXO, 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 PY08 FXO?

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What year was PY08 FXO registered?

PY08 FXO is a 2008 Honda VFR800, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is PY08 FXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY08 FXO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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