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RV05 ZWS

2005 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,426 mi
Last recorded25,426 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 ZWS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 25,426 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 24,335 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 23,248 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 23,001 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear rear exhaust clamp missing but exhaust not blowing

Pass 14 Jul 2021 21,942 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 21,474 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 21,455 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort one or more discs damaged (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 May 2019 21,150 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 4 May 2018 20,673 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 20,248 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 19,800 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2015 19,038 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Fail 21 Mar 2014 17,103 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 17,103 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 16,161 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 14,700 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 13,366 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 11,689 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

no plate light not working

Pass 19 Mar 2009 10,255 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 8,360 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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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RV05 ZWS is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Silver 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 RV05 ZWS, 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 RV05 ZWS registered?

RV05 ZWS is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is RV05 ZWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 ZWS shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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