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S27 VFR

2012 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,290 mi
Last recorded24,290 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda VFR800A8,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS27 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 24,290 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 24,244 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2024 21,146 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 20,588 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 20,443 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 20,368 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 19,901 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 18,537 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 15,353 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 14,751 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 14,303 miles

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

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

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

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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S27 VFR is a 2012 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 S27 VFR, 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

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What year was S27 VFR registered?

S27 VFR is a 2012 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is S27 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S27 VFR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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