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AR04 VFR

2004 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,018 mi
Last recorded18,018 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR800A20,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR04 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 18,018 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2025 17,996 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2024 10,781 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 7,637 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 7,404 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 6,972 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 6,966 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 6,945 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 6,848 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 6,813 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 6,591 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 6,171 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 4,984 miles

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

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 14 Oct 2009 4,595 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 3,961 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 3,462 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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AR04 VFR is a 2004 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AR04 VFR, 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.

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What year was AR04 VFR registered?

AR04 VFR is a 2004 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 21 October 2004.

Is AR04 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR04 VFR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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