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DY05 OGC

2005 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

50,435 mi
Last recorded50,435 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR80018,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 OGC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 50,435 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 48,761 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 47,353 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 46,102 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 41,654 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 40,515 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 38,834 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 35,726 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 33,395 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 31,546 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 29,125 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 24,039 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 20,857 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 30 Apr 2011 15,825 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 11,886 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 11,886 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 9,253 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2009 9,253 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 6,054 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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DY05 OGC is a 2005 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 DY05 OGC, 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 DY05 OGC registered?

DY05 OGC is a 2005 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is DY05 OGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY05 OGC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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