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DN05 DNU

2005 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

27,911 mi
Last recorded27,911 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 DNU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 27,911 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 27,672 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2023 27,633 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 27,633 miles

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2022 27,622 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 27,311 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 26,636 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2017 24,526 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 23,118 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 22,992 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 21,821 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 18,361 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 16,786 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 15,384 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 10,991 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 6,508 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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DN05 DNU is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DN05 DNU, 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 DN05 DNU registered?

DN05 DNU is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is DN05 DNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN05 DNU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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