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PJ05 BZR

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

36,577 mi
Last recorded36,577 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 BZR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 36,577 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 36,531 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 36,221 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 35,188 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2021 34,294 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 32,631 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 30,956 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 30,956 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2017 29,289 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 29,289 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 28,343 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 28,343 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 26,949 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 25,369 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 25,369 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 23,242 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 23,242 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 21,305 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2012 21,305 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 19,028 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 15,593 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 13,839 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 10,161 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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PJ05 BZR is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 PJ05 BZR, 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 PJ05 BZR registered?

PJ05 BZR is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 16 May 2005.

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