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YG05 TKU

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

30,925 mi
Last recorded30,925 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 TKU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 30,925 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2026 30,889 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Chrome stanions rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 30,637 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2024 30,637 miles

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

Front Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 29,998 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 28,943 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2022 28,943 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 27,871 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 27,569 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 27,569 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2018 23,501 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 16,370 miles

Rear tyre has been repaired with a plug

Pass 22 Mar 2014 15,518 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 14,045 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 12,560 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 12,551 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 11,279 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 9,998 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 7,399 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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YG05 TKU is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 YG05 TKU, 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 YG05 TKU registered?

YG05 TKU is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is YG05 TKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG05 TKU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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