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YE05 ZXJ

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,373 mi
Last recorded49,373 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE05 ZXJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 49,373 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2025 48,134 miles

Offside SLIGHT OIL LEAK REAR ENGINE

Pass 31 May 2024 46,837 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 44,278 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

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

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 41,379 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 39,532 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 39,406 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 May 2018 37,919 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 35,246 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 34,211 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 32,801 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 32,210 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 32,209 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 24,413 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 17,824 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 13,364 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 May 2008 9,750 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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YE05 ZXJ is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YE05 ZXJ, 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 YE05 ZXJ registered?

YE05 ZXJ is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 26 May 2005.

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