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SD05 GMY

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,962 mi
Last recorded20,962 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD05 GMY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 20,962 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 20,873 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 20,739 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Oct 2023 20,739 miles

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

Stop lamp not working via front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

offside low beam headlamp not working

Pass 25 Oct 2022 19,935 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 19,398 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 18,838 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 May 2019 17,103 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 14,985 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 14,985 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 13,289 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 10,399 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 9,434 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 9,432 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 8,951 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 8,011 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 8,011 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 8,006 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Aug 2009 7,514 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 6,366 miles

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

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

Rear 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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SD05 GMY is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SD05 GMY, 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 SD05 GMY registered?

SD05 GMY is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is SD05 GMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD05 GMY shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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