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GW52 WAL

2005 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

44,341 mi
Last recorded44,341 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW52 WAL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 44,341 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 42,549 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2025 42,549 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 41,279 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 41,162 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 41,162 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure lower clamp corroded/snapped (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Position lamp not working rear tail light inop/upper bulb (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2021 40,077 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 39,409 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 38,640 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 37,111 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 35,326 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 32,930 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 30,218 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 27,803 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 24,092 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 18,870 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 15,293 miles

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

front brake has very slight bind

Pass 13 May 2010 13,002 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 10,327 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 May 2008 8,646 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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GW52 WAL is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GW52 WAL, 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 GW52 WAL registered?

GW52 WAL is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is GW52 WAL safe to buy?

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