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GY56 CYL

2006 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

12,251 mi
Last recorded12,251 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda VFR800A16,937 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 CYL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 12,251 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 2,865 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Sep 2024 2,865 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 92,599 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2022 83,852 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 76,935 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 68,362 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 57,904 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 49,939 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 49,939 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2017 37,631 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 32,368 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 27,303 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 24,016 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 20,917 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 17,578 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 14,704 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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GY56 CYL is a 2006 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2006 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 16,937 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY56 CYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 20 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY56 CYL registered?

GY56 CYL is a 2006 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 3 October 2006.

Is GY56 CYL safe to buy?

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