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YP05 ZGW

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

41,666 mi
Last recorded41,666 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 ZGW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2025 41,666 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2025 41,666 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 39,733 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2023 39,733 miles

Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 37,465 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 34,032 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 32,838 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2020 32,838 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 30,147 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 26,868 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 24,191 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 21,526 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 21,526 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 21,509 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 20,381 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 17,462 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 17,462 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 16,157 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 16,157 miles

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

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 7,632 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 7,632 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2009 7,177 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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YP05 ZGW is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 YP05 ZGW, 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 YP05 ZGW registered?

YP05 ZGW is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 14 May 2005.

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The MOT history for YP05 ZGW shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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