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R17 NTH

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

38,123 mi
Last recorded38,123 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR17 NTH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 38,123 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 37,461 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 36,358 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 34,903 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 34,725 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 34,409 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 34,409 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 34,341 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 33,783 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 33,511 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 33,208 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 32,711 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 32,242 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 31,550 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 29,496 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 26,867 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 18,843 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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R17 NTH 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 R17 NTH, 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 R17 NTH registered?

R17 NTH is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is R17 NTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R17 NTH 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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