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FV54 GVU

2004 Honda VTR1000 F

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

24,702 mi
Last recorded24,702 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda VTR1000 F16,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 GVU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 24,702 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 24,349 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2017 24,348 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 24,161 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 23,506 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 2 Jul 2014 23,506 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 23,218 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 22,531 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 21,231 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 19,761 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 16,992 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 12,329 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 10,294 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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FV54 GVU is a 2004 Honda VTR1000 F in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2004 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 16,382 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 VTR1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV54 GVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 22 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV54 GVU registered?

FV54 GVU is a 2004 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 30 October 2004.

Is FV54 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV54 GVU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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