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RV55 WHM

2005 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

23,247 mi
Last recorded23,247 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 WHM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 23,247 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2024 22,465 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 May 2023 20,938 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 20,050 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 19,255 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 18,169 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 16,924 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 14,942 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2018 14,942 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2017 11,388 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 10,404 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 10,235 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 10,144 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 9,906 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 9,650 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 9,498 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 9,498 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 7 May 2010 7,676 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 7,676 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 5,369 miles

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

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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RV55 WHM 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 85%.

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 RV55 WHM, 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 RV55 WHM registered?

RV55 WHM is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 14 October 2005.

Is RV55 WHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 WHM shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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