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NX05 XUZ

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,434 mi
Last recorded25,434 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX05 XUZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 25,434 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Mar 2026 25,434 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 23,944 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 21,637 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 19,291 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 16,702 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 14,073 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 12,817 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 11,913 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 10,414 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 9,037 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 7,859 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 6,368 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 6,362 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 4,418 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 4,300 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 4,284 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 4,062 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 4,062 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 3,681 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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NX05 XUZ is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NX05 XUZ, 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 NX05 XUZ registered?

NX05 XUZ is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 26 March 2005.

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Does NX05 XUZ have outstanding finance?

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