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LX55 TVW

2005 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

57,492 mi
Last recorded57,492 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 TVW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2018 57,492 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2018 57,492 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 6 Nov 2017 57,484 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear rear wheel /hub bearings have slight free play

Pass 4 Nov 2016 55,430 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 52,844 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 5 Oct 2015 52,844 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 48,833 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 47,640 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 45,480 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 41,400 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 38,200 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 38,200 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 May 2009 27,569 miles

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

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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LX55 TVW is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LX55 TVW, 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 LX55 TVW registered?

LX55 TVW is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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