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YR55 YYO

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

12,269 mi
Last recorded12,269 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 YYO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 12,269 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2026 12,269 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2025 11,684 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 11,600 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 11,600 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2023 10,826 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 10,208 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 9,445 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 9,212 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 8,629 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 7,793 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Rear brake pads getting low (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2016 6,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

oil cooler pipes corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2015 5,017 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 5,006 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2014 4,842 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 4,624 miles

Inner Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2012 4,486 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 4,106 miles

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

n/s bar wieght loose

Pass 1 May 2010 3,566 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 3,404 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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YR55 YYO is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YR55 YYO, 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 YR55 YYO registered?

YR55 YYO is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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