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L18 VFR

2005 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

35,589 mi
Last recorded35,589 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL18 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 35,589 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2025 35,589 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2024 33,277 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2023 32,317 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 31,646 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 31,056 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 30,186 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2020 30,186 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 28,165 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 25,976 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 4 May 2017 19,832 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 16,167 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 13,733 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 11,652 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 10,667 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 6,295 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 5,538 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2010 5,538 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 5,191 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 4,320 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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L18 VFR is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 L18 VFR, 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 L18 VFR registered?

L18 VFR is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is L18 VFR safe to buy?

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