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GK04 LJE

2004 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 7817cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

77,860 mi
Last recorded77,860 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR80019,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 LJE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,817cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 77,860 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 77,860 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 73,046 miles

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

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 68,071 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on minimum (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 64,493 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 64,362 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 64,251 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 62,969 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 56,453 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 56,418 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm N/S/ EDGE (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly STICKING ON LOCKS (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 46,134 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 46,115 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 38,074 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 33,446 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jan 2012 29,260 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 28,924 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 25,099 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 19,100 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 13,780 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 9,309 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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GK04 LJE is a 2004 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 7,817cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GK04 LJE, 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 GK04 LJE registered?

GK04 LJE is a 2004 Honda VFR800, first registered on 5 May 2004.

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