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YJ54 WZT

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

24,557 mi
Last recorded24,557 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ54 WZT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 24,557 miles

Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively movement in rear linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 21,390 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 16,811 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 24 Jun 2022 13,832 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 13,832 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 11,070 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 11,000 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust slightly loose joint fixing clamp missing, however system not insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 10,907 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 10,907 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 10,513 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 10,087 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 10,087 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 9,466 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 8,857 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 8,131 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 7,226 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 6,673 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 5,590 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 4,189 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 4,189 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 2,420 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 2,409 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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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YJ54 WZT is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 YJ54 WZT, 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 YJ54 WZT registered?

YJ54 WZT is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 24 January 2005.

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