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KC05 JWA

2005 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,484 mi
Last recorded39,484 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC05 JWA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 39,484 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2024 39,397 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both legs have slight misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 39,344 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both fork legs (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Oct 2022 39,344 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both fork legs (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 39,310 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 39,115 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 36,892 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 34,558 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 32,325 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 31,572 miles

Rear Nail in rear tyre

Pass 25 Sep 2014 27,702 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2013 23,071 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 17,837 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 15 Sep 2012 17,837 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 13,864 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 12,895 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 9,927 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 6,591 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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KC05 JWA is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KC05 JWA, 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 KC05 JWA registered?

KC05 JWA is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 27 April 2005.

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The MOT history for KC05 JWA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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