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SH05 FKF

2005 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

25,420 mi
Last recorded25,420 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 FKF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 25,420 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2025 25,278 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 24,987 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 24,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 24,416 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2022 24,416 miles

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released rear brake switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 23,471 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2021 23,468 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 22,535 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 21,147 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 21,147 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2017 18,151 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 17,129 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 17,129 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 15,593 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 15,593 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 14,254 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 13,074 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 11,451 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 10,284 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 8,751 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 6,353 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2008 4,999 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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SH05 FKF is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 SH05 FKF, 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 SH05 FKF registered?

SH05 FKF is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is SH05 FKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH05 FKF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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