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EF05 ETK

2005 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,696 mi
Last recorded31,696 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 ETK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 31,696 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

clutch slave cylinder bolt loose

exhaust clamp missing but exhaust still secure

Pass 24 Jul 2018 31,194 miles

Rear tyre valve deteriorated

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front tyre valve deteriorated

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

Fail 13 Jul 2018 31,193 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front tyre valve deteriorated

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

Rear tyre valve deteriorated

Pass 26 Jul 2016 29,976 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 26 Jul 2016 29,976 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 29,153 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 27,567 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

lower exhaust clamp missing

Fail 9 Jul 2014 27,567 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

lower exhaust clamp missing

Pass 12 Jul 2013 24,778 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 14 May 2012 21,300 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 21,300 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 16,986 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

R/H MIRROR MISSING

Pass 11 Sep 2009 13,251 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 6,656 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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EF05 ETK is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 18,878 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 EF05 ETK, 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 21 years old, this Honda VFR800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EF05 ETK registered?

EF05 ETK is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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