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RY05 EHC

2005 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

11,807 mi
Last recorded11,807 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY05 EHC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 11,807 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 11,798 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 11,775 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2023 11,775 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))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 11,473 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 11,473 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 11,421 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 11,421 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 11,365 miles

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

lower exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2019 11,276 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 11,276 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 11,037 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 10,952 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 10,242 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 10,126 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 10,126 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 10,104 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 9,779 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 8,935 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Jun 2010 8,935 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 8,556 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2008 7,365 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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RY05 EHC is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RY05 EHC, 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

How do I check the history of RY05 EHC?

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What year was RY05 EHC registered?

RY05 EHC is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is RY05 EHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY05 EHC shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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