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SV55 KEU

2005 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,028 mi
Last recorded35,028 miles
Recorded on5 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Honda VFR800A24,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 KEU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2022 35,028 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2022 34,990 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 34,305 miles

LH HEATED GRIP CREAPS BUT IS SECURED BY BAREND

Pass 2 May 2019 31,074 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 29,246 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 24,652 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 19,169 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 14,661 miles

Both tyres underinflated

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 14,622 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 13,901 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2012 13,895 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front 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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SV55 KEU is a 2005 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 24,406 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV55 KEU, 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 21 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SV55 KEU registered?

SV55 KEU is a 2005 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is SV55 KEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV55 KEU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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