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GU04 UPX

2004 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

34,742 mi
Last recorded34,742 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR80019,757 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU04 UPX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 34,742 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Aug 2025 34,742 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2024 33,570 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 32,558 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 31,388 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 30,098 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 29,014 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2020 29,014 miles

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

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 27,695 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 25,626 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 24,137 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 21,658 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 20,357 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 20,357 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 17,781 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 17,781 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 15,983 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 13,304 miles

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

number plate light inoperative

Pass 3 Jun 2011 9,768 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 7,812 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 5,301 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 5,154 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 4,412 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 UPX is a 2004 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 UPX, 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 UPX registered?

GU04 UPX is a 2004 Honda VFR800, first registered on 16 March 2004.

Is GU04 UPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU04 UPX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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