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FY55 XDT

2005 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

43,312 mi
Last recorded43,312 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 XDT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 43,312 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 40,052 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 34,475 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 31,539 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 28,258 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 25,000 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 22,173 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 20,032 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 16,600 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 16,133 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 16,120 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 8,773 miles

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

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

number plate lamp inop

Pass 27 Sep 2012 8,432 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 8,120 miles

Bush missing from clutch lever.

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 7,303 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 5,978 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 4,999 miles

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

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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FY55 XDT is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FY55 XDT, 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

How do I check the history of FY55 XDT?

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What year was FY55 XDT registered?

FY55 XDT is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is FY55 XDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 XDT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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