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MJ55 GTU

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

33,636 mi
Last recorded33,636 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ55 GTU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 33,636 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 32,553 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 29,243 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 21,598 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 14,110 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 12,148 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 10,859 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 10,859 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 8,644 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 8,549 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 8,390 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 7,965 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 7,000 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 6,617 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 6,201 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 5,919 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 5,690 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 5,278 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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MJ55 GTU is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 MJ55 GTU, 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 MJ55 GTU registered?

MJ55 GTU is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 21 September 2005.

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