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FV05 DXR

2005 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

64,063 mi
Last recorded64,063 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 DXR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 64,063 miles

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

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 63,845 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

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

Rear brake ?

Pass 12 May 2023 63,559 miles
Fail 6 May 2023 63,559 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2022 62,884 miles
Fail 7 May 2022 62,874 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2021 61,610 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 58,605 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2019 58,605 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2017 57,356 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Aug 2016 54,213 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 52,046 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 52,046 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 47,933 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 May 2013 43,563 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 May 2012 36,592 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

exhaust clamp corroded off

Pass 1 Mar 2011 24,996 miles

no plate light not working

Pass 13 Mar 2010 13,372 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 11,772 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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FV05 DXR is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FV05 DXR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV05 DXR registered?

FV05 DXR is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is FV05 DXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 DXR shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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