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LG05 OVB

2005 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

17,976 mi
Last recorded17,976 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 OVB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 17,976 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 17,773 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 17,071 miles
Fail 24 May 2024 17,071 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2023 16,292 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2022 15,954 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 15,337 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 14,745 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 14,529 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 13,687 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 13,257 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 12,593 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 11,810 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 11,810 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 11,008 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 10,098 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 9,620 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 7,518 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 6,230 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 5,108 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 4,977 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 3,371 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 3,371 miles

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

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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LG05 OVB is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LG05 OVB, 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 LG05 OVB registered?

LG05 OVB is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is LG05 OVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG05 OVB shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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