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MT55 HRA

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

24,396 mi
Last recorded24,396 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 HRA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 24,396 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Link pipe clamp missing no exhaust gases leaking (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 May 2026 24,391 miles

Brake effort inadequate at a wheel Rear wheel brake shows less than 25%braking efficiency (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Link pipe clamp missing no exhaust gases leaking (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 24,034 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 22,501 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 21,978 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2020 21,547 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2019 19,115 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 17,659 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 15,909 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 15,716 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 13,109 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 11,980 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 8,936 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 6,625 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 5,610 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 3,677 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 2,070 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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MT55 HRA is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MT55 HRA, 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 MT55 HRA registered?

MT55 HRA is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is MT55 HRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT55 HRA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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