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RJ05 VRC

2005 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,904 mi
Last recorded39,904 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 VRC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 39,904 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 39,735 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 39,429 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 38,659 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2022 38,659 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2021 36,213 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 35,116 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 33,460 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 29,450 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 28,148 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 26,769 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 25,113 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 21,444 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 21,444 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2013 18,506 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 18,506 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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RJ05 VRC is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RJ05 VRC, 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 RJ05 VRC registered?

RJ05 VRC is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is RJ05 VRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ05 VRC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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