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LB55 OBS

2006 Honda VFR800 Fi

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

46,850 mi
Last recorded46,850 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda VFR800 Fi15,321 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 OBS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 46,850 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 46,726 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2024 46,726 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 46,594 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 46,428 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 46,102 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2022 46,102 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 45,467 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 May 2019 44,321 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 43,166 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2017 41,511 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 40,781 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 40,769 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2012 40,417 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 40,417 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 38,964 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 35,318 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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LB55 OBS is a 2006 Honda VFR800 Fi in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2006 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 15,321 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 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB55 OBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB55 OBS registered?

LB55 OBS is a 2006 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 31 January 2006.

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