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FY04 XJC

2004 Honda VFR800

Grey Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,581 mi
Last recorded27,581 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR80019,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY04 XJC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 27,581 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 25,419 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 25,151 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 23,710 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 21,714 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 20,153 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 18,264 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 12 Oct 2018 18,246 miles

Stop lamp not working front brake light switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 16,660 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 16,652 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front lever (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 May 2012 16,427 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 16,413 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 May 2011 15,757 miles

clutch master cylinder fowling screen on a full lock but not likely to impeed steering while riding

push clip missing from right hand pannel

rear tyre appears to have been fowling rear hugger at some point

Pass 2 Jun 2010 14,534 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 12,847 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 121,847 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 11,817 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 5,695 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800?

Based on 72,376 MOT tests across 5,205 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
5,205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,029
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 447
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 441
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 280
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 243
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FY04 XJC is a 2004 Honda VFR800 in Grey with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 19,757 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 VFR800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,029 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY04 XJC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Honda VFR800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY04 XJC registered?

FY04 XJC is a 2004 Honda VFR800, first registered on 8 May 2004.

Is FY04 XJC safe to buy?

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