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FY05 XOJ

2005 Honda Vfr 800 A-5

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,524 mi
Last recorded34,524 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Vfr 800 A-518,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 XOJ
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 800 A-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 34,524 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 34,099 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 32,723 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 31,788 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 28,891 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 28,180 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Sep 2020 28,180 miles

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 26,444 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 24,942 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 24,285 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 23,448 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 22,180 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 20,537 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 19,714 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 18,557 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 17,839 miles

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

front tyre wall is perished

Fail 14 May 2011 17,839 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front tyre wall is perished

Pass 15 May 2010 17,307 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 16,071 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 12,221 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 800 A-5?

Based on 1,544 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
1,141
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Drive chain worn to excess 4
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FY05 XOJ is a 2005 Honda Vfr 800 A-5 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Honda Vfr 800 A-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 18,324 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vfr 800 A-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY05 XOJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 800 A-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Vfr 800 A-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY05 XOJ registered?

FY05 XOJ is a 2005 Honda Vfr 800 A-5, first registered on 23 May 2005.

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