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YX08 SDY

2008 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

55,120 mi
Last recorded55,120 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda VFR80015,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 SDY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 55,120 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 54,615 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 54,615 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2024 53,811 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 51,485 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 50,544 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 49,923 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 48,188 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 40,457 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 34,246 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 30,545 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2016 25,270 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 21,786 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 19,656 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 15,953 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 11,160 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 5,673 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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YX08 SDY is a 2008 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YX08 SDY, 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 YX08 SDY registered?

YX08 SDY is a 2008 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YX08 SDY safe to buy?

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