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SG08 EYJ

2008 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,217 mi
Last recorded34,217 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR80015,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 EYJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2018 34,217 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2018 34,213 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 31,316 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.55mm remaining tread (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2016 25,831 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 20,234 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 16,366 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 16,366 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 May 2013 10,133 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 7,982 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 28 May 2011 5,737 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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SG08 EYJ is a 2008 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SG08 EYJ, 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

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What year was SG08 EYJ registered?

SG08 EYJ is a 2008 Honda VFR800, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is SG08 EYJ safe to buy?

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