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HG05 WBF

2005 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,360 mi
Last recorded26,360 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 WBF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 26,360 miles

Exhaust slightly loose Exhaust clamp corroded and broken requires removing and replacing (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Foot brake lever slightly bent

Fail 30 Apr 2026 26,357 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Oil running down stantion (5.3.2 (b))

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

Exhaust slightly loose Exhaust clamp corroded and broken requires removing and replacing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Getting low (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre requires replacement run odd on right handside of tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Foot brake lever slightly bent

Pass 6 Jul 2023 26,350 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2022 26,193 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 25,474 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2020 23,140 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 22,428 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 20,943 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 19,610 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 18,205 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 15,728 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 11,348 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 10,274 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 7,955 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 7,955 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 6,615 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 6,190 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 6,146 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 5,449 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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HG05 WBF 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 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 HG05 WBF, 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 HG05 WBF registered?

HG05 WBF is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is HG05 WBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 WBF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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