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WP05 KRJ

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

24,555 mi
Last recorded24,555 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP05 KRJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 24,555 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2022 24,144 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2022 24,144 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 23,180 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 23,180 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2019 21,201 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 18,014 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 12,372 miles

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 12,256 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 12,121 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 11,732 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 11,551 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 10,947 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 10,947 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Jun 2009 10,197 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 9,304 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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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WP05 KRJ 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 81.3%.

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 WP05 KRJ, 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 WP05 KRJ registered?

WP05 KRJ is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is WP05 KRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP05 KRJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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