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WX05 EWB

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

19,525 mi
Last recorded19,525 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 EWB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 19,525 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 18,634 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 18,516 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 18,156 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 16,489 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 15,690 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 15,049 miles

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 19 Jun 2017 13,941 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 13,145 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 12,829 miles

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 5 Apr 2013 11,557 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 11,557 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 10,630 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 9,301 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 8,051 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 6,861 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(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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WX05 EWB is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc 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 WX05 EWB, 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 WX05 EWB registered?

WX05 EWB is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is WX05 EWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 EWB 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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