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HT05 VJL

2005 Honda Fr-v

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

154,570 mi
Last recorded154,570 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Honda Fr-v87,937 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT05 VJL
MakeHonda
ModelFr-v
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 154,570 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing out on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing out on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

THERE WAS NO OIL IN ENGINE

Travel/freeplay in parking brake lever

Pass 4 Sep 2021 147,707 miles

Engine oil level on minimum

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2021 147,707 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Engine oil level on minimum

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 139,676 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 139,676 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 129,942 miles

Both front lower arm bushes perished

Both headlights lens deteriorated

NSF side light not working

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear number plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Slight play in both rear drop links

Fail 22 Aug 2019 129,942 miles

Both front lower arm bushes perished

Both headlights lens deteriorated

NSF side light not working

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear number plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Slight play in both rear drop links

Fail 20 Aug 2019 129,942 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Both front lower arm bushes perished

Both headlights lens deteriorated

NSF side light not working

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear number plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Slight play in both rear drop links

Pass 21 Aug 2018 119,754 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 119,754 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 110,232 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 110,232 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 100,590 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 90,697 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 21 Aug 2014 71,509 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 71,509 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 59,404 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

UNABLE TO TOTALLY VIEW CONDITION OF FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PADS

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE WET

Pass 3 Feb 2012 42,980 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 33,591 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 21,762 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 11,906 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 10,221 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Fr-v?

Based on 261,543 MOT tests across 14,531 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
7,352
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
14,531
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,946
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,540
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,420
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 3,903
position lamp(s) not working 2,597
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HT05 VJL is a 2005 Honda Fr-v in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2005 Honda Fr-v models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 87,937 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 Fr-v fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,946 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HT05 VJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Fr-v typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Fr-v is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HT05 VJL registered?

HT05 VJL is a 2005 Honda Fr-v, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is HT05 VJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT05 VJL shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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