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DX05 LNJ

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

43,446 mi
Last recorded43,446 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 LNJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 43,446 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 42,537 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 40,551 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 39,127 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 37,302 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2020 36,427 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2020 36,427 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 35,003 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 33,795 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 32,534 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 31,742 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 30,728 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 29,182 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 28,294 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 23,366 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2011 16,634 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 7,316 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 6,825 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 5,368 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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DX05 LNJ is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 DX05 LNJ, 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 DX05 LNJ registered?

DX05 LNJ is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is DX05 LNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 LNJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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