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PX05 BTY

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,872 mi
Last recorded47,872 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 BTY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 47,872 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 44,892 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 43,564 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 40,168 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 36,155 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 33,121 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 30,781 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 28,789 miles

Central Rear Exhaust noisy no markings found (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2018 28,512 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 26,861 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 24,981 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 24,981 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 24,251 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 22,165 miles

drive chain slightly loose

front tyre showing signs of wear

Fail 12 Apr 2014 22,165 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

drive chain slightly loose

front tyre showing signs of wear

Pass 4 Jun 2013 21,517 miles

drive chain loose

Fail 4 Jun 2013 21,450 miles

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

drive chain loose

Pass 27 Feb 2012 20,347 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 18,764 miles

rear brake pads worn

Pass 10 Sep 2009 16,243 miles

rear brake pads showing signs of wear

Pass 4 Aug 2008 12,792 miles

tyres showing signs of wear

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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PX05 BTY is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PX05 BTY, 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 PX05 BTY registered?

PX05 BTY is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is PX05 BTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX05 BTY shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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