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SE05 FEJ

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,107 mi
Last recorded23,107 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE05 FEJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 23,107 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2025 20,294 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2024 17,479 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 17,307 miles

Chain requires lube and adjustment

Exhaust heat shield insecure

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 17,094 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 15,147 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 15,147 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 11,550 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 11,458 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 11,454 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 9,670 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 8,778 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2012 8,125 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 7,303 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 6,036 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2009 5,476 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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SE05 FEJ is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 SE05 FEJ, 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.

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What year was SE05 FEJ registered?

SE05 FEJ is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is SE05 FEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE05 FEJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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