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FP05 NXJ

2005 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

35,626 mi
Last recorded35,626 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 NXJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 35,626 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 34,108 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 33,705 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 32,494 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2021 32,494 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 31,927 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

both tyres under inflated

Pass 13 Sep 2019 31,766 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))

Fail 13 Sep 2019 31,766 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 31,122 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished/cracking (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished/cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 29,589 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged perished (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged perished (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 27,569 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 23,010 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

No numberplate light on bike

Fail 28 Aug 2014 22,223 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Number plate light isnt working

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 22,223 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Number plate light isnt working

Pass 3 Sep 2013 20,795 miles

Numberplate replaced prior to test.

Pass 6 Sep 2012 18,622 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 16,089 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 14,157 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 13,485 miles

rear no.plate bulb repaced.

Pass 16 Jun 2008 11,032 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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FP05 NXJ is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FP05 NXJ, 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 FP05 NXJ registered?

FP05 NXJ is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is FP05 NXJ safe to buy?

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