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RV56 RXU

2006 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

29,342 mi
Last recorded29,342 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda VFR80020,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 RXU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 29,342 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2026 29,342 miles

Central Rear Upper Shock absorber likely to become detached nut loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 27,474 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 26,991 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 26,747 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 26,298 miles

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 25,220 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 21,689 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 20,185 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 18,528 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 17,061 miles

Aftermarket numberplate bracket has movement but is secure

Pass 10 Apr 2015 15,099 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 14,708 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 13,706 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 12,589 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 11,722 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 3,003 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 RXU 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 94.1%.

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 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 RV56 RXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV56 RXU registered?

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

Is RV56 RXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV56 RXU 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.

Does RV56 RXU have outstanding finance?

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