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WJ56 XMS

2006 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

12,786 mi
Last recorded12,786 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda VFR80020,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ56 XMS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 12,786 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 10,560 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2024 10,560 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 10,534 miles

Offside Rear exhaust clamp corroded and split but is not insecure

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 10,510 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 10,510 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 10,491 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 10,463 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 10,400 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 10,310 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 10,199 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 10,141 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 9,294 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 8,686 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 7,904 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 7,231 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 6,433 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 6,015 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 6,002 miles

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

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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WJ56 XMS is a 2006 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2006 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 20,803 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 WJ56 XMS, 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 20 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 WJ56 XMS registered?

WJ56 XMS is a 2006 Honda VFR800, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is WJ56 XMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ56 XMS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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