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FV55 BWA

2006 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

35,525 mi
Last recorded35,525 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda VFR80020,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 BWA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 35,525 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 38,029 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 34,616 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 34,213 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play hub (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2020 32,829 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 30,605 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 28,407 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017 28,407 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 25,973 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 22,731 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 18,110 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 14,322 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 12,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2011 8,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 8,496 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 4,312 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 1,027 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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FV55 BWA is a 2006 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2006 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 20,803 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 FV55 BWA, 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 20 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 FV55 BWA registered?

FV55 BWA is a 2006 Honda VFR800, first registered on 28 January 2006.

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The MOT history for FV55 BWA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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