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FY05 HUA

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

35,837 mi
Last recorded35,837 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 HUA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Jul 2025 35,837 miles

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 34,858 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 34,858 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 33,092 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 31,633 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 31,630 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 30,476 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 30,001 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 27,439 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 23,285 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 17,733 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 15,274 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 14,426 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 12,040 miles

registration plate lamp inoperative

Pass 5 Nov 2011 8,061 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 7,739 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 7,155 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 6,648 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 6,436 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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FY05 HUA is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FY05 HUA, 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 FY05 HUA registered?

FY05 HUA is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is FY05 HUA safe to buy?

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