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GL04 NWF

2004 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

25,934 mi
Last recorded25,934 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR80019,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 NWF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 25,934 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 25,434 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 25,140 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 24,921 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Mar 2022 24,921 miles

Rear Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 24,753 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 24,552 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 23,868 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 23,096 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 22,077 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Dec 2016 22,077 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 20,321 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

front tyre valve badly perished

Pass 1 Dec 2014 17,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 13,834 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 9,297 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 9,213 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 9,200 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 9,186 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 9,143 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 8,764 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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GL04 NWF is a 2004 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc 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 GL04 NWF, 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 GL04 NWF registered?

GL04 NWF is a 2004 Honda VFR800, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is GL04 NWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL04 NWF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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