CarVerify

Free Car Check

AO54 UCA

2005 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

37,454 mi
Last recorded37,454 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO54 UCA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 37,454 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 37,074 miles

Central Stand corroded

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2025 37,071 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Stand corroded

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 37,041 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 21 Aug 2023 37,040 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 36,925 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Corroded (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Aug 2022 36,925 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm Offside edge worn uneven (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Corroded (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2021 35,508 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 34,501 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 13 Mar 2020 34,501 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 23 May 2018 33,794 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 33,358 miles

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

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

slight corrosion on frame

Pass 24 May 2016 31,867 miles

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

exhaust in poor condition

Fail 17 May 2016 31,862 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Tyre fouling another component hugger fowling wheel (4.1.4)

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

exhaust in poor condition

Pass 13 May 2015 30,484 miles

nearside front brake pads appear wearing low

Fail 7 May 2015 30,475 miles

Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

nearside front brake pads appear wearing low

Pass 6 May 2014 29,118 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 29,077 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 27,794 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 27,756 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 26,100 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2011 21,926 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 19,415 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 19,415 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 16,339 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2009 16,339 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 12,595 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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
Full Honda VFR800 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AO54 UCA is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 AO54 UCA, 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

How do I check the history of AO54 UCA?

You can check the full history of AO54 UCA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AO54 UCA registered?

AO54 UCA is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 7 January 2005.

Is AO54 UCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO54 UCA shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO54 UCA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AO54 UCA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.