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GY05 FRV

2005 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

22,459 mi
Last recorded22,459 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 FRV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 22,459 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 22,293 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 21,944 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 21,607 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 20,911 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 19,737 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 19,722 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm right hand shoulder front tyre (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2018 18,892 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2018 18,892 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour blue (1.1.2a)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 18,449 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 17,952 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 17,046 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 16,587 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 15,492 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 12,095 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 9,525 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 7,984 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 5,659 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 2,685 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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GY05 FRV is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GY05 FRV, 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 GY05 FRV registered?

GY05 FRV is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is GY05 FRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY05 FRV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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