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YJ55 XYB

2006 Honda Vfr 800 A-5

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

40,154 mi
Last recorded40,154 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda Vfr 800 A-518,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ55 XYB
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 800 A-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 40,154 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 39,864 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 38,005 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 37,262 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2020 37,034 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 35,303 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 32,336 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 31,625 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 23,819 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 23,819 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2015 13,436 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 13,228 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2014 13,228 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 12,886 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 12,205 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2012 12,705 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 26 Mar 2011 12,497 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 12,497 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 11,281 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2010 11,281 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 10,298 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 800 A-5?

Based on 1,544 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
1,141
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Drive chain worn to excess 4
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YJ55 XYB is a 2006 Honda Vfr 800 A-5 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2006 Honda Vfr 800 A-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 18,642 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 Vfr 800 A-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ55 XYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 800 A-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Honda Vfr 800 A-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ55 XYB registered?

YJ55 XYB is a 2006 Honda Vfr 800 A-5, first registered on 30 January 2006.

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The MOT history for YJ55 XYB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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