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AO05 BVW

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,124 mi
Last recorded35,124 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 BVW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 35,124 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 34,611 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 33,660 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 32,915 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2021 27,992 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 23,548 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2019 12,906 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 12,798 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 12,762 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 12,445 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 11,723 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 11,655 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 11,655 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 11,394 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 11,060 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 10,774 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 6,837 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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AO05 BVW is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AO05 BVW, 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 AO05 BVW registered?

AO05 BVW is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is AO05 BVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO05 BVW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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