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RV56 RXT

2006 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

49,112 mi
Last recorded49,112 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 Honda VFR80020,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 RXT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 49,112 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust manifold (offside pipe ) (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 48,899 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 48,566 miles

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

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2021 48,566 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Two exhaust clamps are missing. the exhaust is corroded generally but still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 44,082 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 33,892 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2017 32,261 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 30,596 miles

Rear exhaust showing signs of rust

Pass 10 Apr 2015 28,840 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Mar 2015 28,838 miles

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

Both tyres are beginning to crack between the treads with age

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

The front tyre is worn very close to the wear limit.

Pass 15 Feb 2014 25,231 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 24,180 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 23,140 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 23,128 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2012 23,115 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

starter button sticks in. headlamps do not operate when this happens

Pass 7 Jan 2011 21,519 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 18,597 miles

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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RV56 RXT is a 2006 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2006 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 20,803 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 RV56 RXT, 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 20 years old, this Honda VFR800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RV56 RXT registered?

RV56 RXT is a 2006 Honda VFR800, first registered on 12 October 2006.

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