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GX05 GZW

2005 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

64,894 mi
Last recorded64,894 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 GZW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 64,894 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2022 64,890 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 64,647 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 64,176 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 64,107 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2017 64,107 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2016 63,276 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 62,304 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

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

Fail 19 Jun 2015 62,302 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 19 May 2014 61,526 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 61,418 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 61,045 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 60,991 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 60,981 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

chain dry of lube

number plate light not working

passing light switch not working

Pass 7 Nov 2008 59,775 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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GX05 GZW is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GX05 GZW, 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.

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What year was GX05 GZW registered?

GX05 GZW is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 April 2005.

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