Honda Vfr800A
MotorcycleFrom 880 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 18 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 18 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 10 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 9 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 6 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 5 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 4 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 4 |
| handlebar mounting insecure | 4 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 20.6% of Vfr800A failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £54.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 83.3% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play |
| 2007 | 88.7% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
| 2006 | 77.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2003 | 84.3% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
Typical mileage
Half of all Vfr800As tested had between 21,045 and 35,620 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 24,217 median miles, the Vfr800A has 0.062 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Vfr800A MOT pass rate?
The Honda Vfr800A has a 84.9% MOT pass rate based on 880 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Vfr800A?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Vfr800A is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 18 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Vfr800A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Vfr800A is 24,217 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 21,045 and 35,620 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.