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GU04 UPM

2004 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

40,446 mi
Last recorded40,446 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR80019,757 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU04 UPM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2023 40,446 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 40,424 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe connection leaking (1.1.11 (b)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2021 39,732 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight pitting Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil cooler pipes slight corrosion

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower shock linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 39,732 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight pitting Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Oil cooler pipes slight corrosion

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower shock linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2021 39,710 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight pitting Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil cooler pipes slight corrosion

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower shock linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 38,976 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 Feb 2020 38,956 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 33,201 miles

Oil pipes (front) slightly corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2016 32,924 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 32,871 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 31,075 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 29,413 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 26,898 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 23,383 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 19,097 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 16,470 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 13,970 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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GU04 UPM is a 2004 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GU04 UPM, 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 GU04 UPM registered?

GU04 UPM is a 2004 Honda VFR800, first registered on 4 March 2004.

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The MOT history for GU04 UPM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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