CarVerify

Free Car Check

MC55 BBU

2006 Honda Vfr 800 A-5

Silver Petrol 782cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

11,504 mi
Last recorded11,504 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda Vfr 800 A-518,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC55 BBU
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 800 A-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 11,504 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 10,827 miles

Nearside Front switch loose

Pass 15 Apr 2024 9,604 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 7,994 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 7,682 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 7,675 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 7,449 miles

Play in rear lower linkage bearings

Fail 11 Aug 2018 7,449 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Play in rear lower linkage bearings

Pass 21 Oct 2016 7,187 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Oct 2016 7,152 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Jul 2015 6,396 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 6,153 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 5,961 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 5,798 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 23 Jun 2012 5,798 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 5,588 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 22 Jun 2011 5,588 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 4,677 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 4,468 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 800 A-5?

Based on 1,544 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
1,141
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Drive chain worn to excess 4
Full Honda Vfr 800 A-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MC55 BBU is a 2006 Honda Vfr 800 A-5 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2006 Honda Vfr 800 A-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 18,642 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 Vfr 800 A-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MC55 BBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 800 A-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Honda Vfr 800 A-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MC55 BBU?

You can check the full history of MC55 BBU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MC55 BBU registered?

MC55 BBU is a 2006 Honda Vfr 800 A-5, first registered on 1 February 2006.

Is MC55 BBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC55 BBU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MC55 BBU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MC55 BBU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.