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AU05 XHO

2005 Honda Vfr 800 A-5

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,803 mi
Last recorded21,803 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Vfr 800 A-518,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 XHO
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 800 A-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 21,803 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 21,362 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2024 21,362 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2023 20,512 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 19,391 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 17,646 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 17,646 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 15,946 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 14,762 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 12,611 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 12,606 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 12,133 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 10,553 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 6,910 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 3,714 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 3,712 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 3,708 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 3,590 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 800 A-5?

Based on 1,544 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
1,141
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Drive chain worn to excess 4
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AU05 XHO is a 2005 Honda Vfr 800 A-5 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Honda Vfr 800 A-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 18,324 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vfr 800 A-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU05 XHO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 800 A-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Vfr 800 A-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU05 XHO registered?

AU05 XHO is a 2005 Honda Vfr 800 A-5, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AU05 XHO safe to buy?

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