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AO53 JRV

2004 Honda VFR800A

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

48,407 mi
Last recorded48,407 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR800A20,268 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 JRV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 48,407 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 47,908 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 47,479 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 45,683 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 44,119 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 38,384 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 38,374 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 34,764 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 31,340 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 24,649 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 24,643 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 24,584 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 24,584 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 24,513 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 24,337 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 23,122 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 20,925 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 18,904 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 16,600 miles

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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AO53 JRV is a 2004 Honda VFR800A in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2004 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 20,268 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 AO53 JRV, 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 22 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 AO53 JRV registered?

AO53 JRV is a 2004 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 7 January 2004.

Is AO53 JRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 JRV 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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