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SK59 OUB

2009 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

48,780 mi
Last recorded48,780 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Honda VFR800A16,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK59 OUB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2024 48,780 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2024 48,780 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 47,568 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2023 46,367 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2023 46,367 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 45,956 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 44,180 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 33,541 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 19,337 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 19,323 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 11,664 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 11,466 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 10,545 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 8,764 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 6,108 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 6,089 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 3,240 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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SK59 OUB is a 2009 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2009 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 16,721 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 SK59 OUB, 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 17 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 SK59 OUB registered?

SK59 OUB is a 2009 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is SK59 OUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK59 OUB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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