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WF05 ZHE

2005 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,746 mi
Last recorded20,746 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VTR1000 Sp12,997 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF05 ZHE
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 20,746 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 20,468 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 19,903 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 18,553 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 18,253 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2021 18,253 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 18,250 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 17,379 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2017 17,315 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2017 17,315 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 May 2017 17,044 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 15,831 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Inner fairing panel insecure. Returned to correct position but requires attention.

Offside Front Indicator insecure

Offside Front Inner fairing panel insecure.

Fail 18 May 2015 14,462 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 May 2015 14,462 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 13,126 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 11,859 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 10,535 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 8,825 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 7,047 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 5,177 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 3,436 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 Sp?

Based on 25,488 MOT tests across 2,406 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 269
reflector on motorcycle missing 174
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 155
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 138
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 110
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WF05 ZHE is a 2005 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 12,997 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 VTR1000 Sp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WF05 ZHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 Sp typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Honda VTR1000 Sp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WF05 ZHE registered?

WF05 ZHE is a 2005 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is WF05 ZHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF05 ZHE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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