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MA04 LHH

2004 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,251 mi
Last recorded35,251 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR80019,757 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA04 LHH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 35,251 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside grip slightly loose

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level at minimum (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit outer pad wearing unevenly (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear registration lamp dim

Pass 17 Aug 2024 33,402 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Front brake fluid low

Fail 17 Aug 2024 33,402 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front brake fluid low

Pass 16 Aug 2023 30,459 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 30,459 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Stop lamp not working opperation (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 27,204 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2022 27,204 miles

Stop lamp not working when operating front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2021 24,070 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 22,964 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2020 22,964 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 18,500 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 18,495 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 18,398 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 17,903 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 17,828 miles

rear no plate lamp out

Pass 11 Feb 2014 16,986 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 16,211 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 15,004 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 11,748 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 3,681 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 3,251 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2007 2,114 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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MA04 LHH is a 2004 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MA04 LHH, 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.

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MA04 LHH is a 2004 Honda VFR800, first registered on 10 March 2004.

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