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ML04 JPX

2004 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

38,063 mi
Last recorded38,063 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR80019,757 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML04 JPX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2025 38,063 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Stop lamp not working works intermittently (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected no return on throttle bars right (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 37,391 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 37,176 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2022 36,869 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2022 36,869 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 35,655 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2020 32,137 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 31,295 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2019 31,295 miles

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2018 30,416 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 30,072 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 29,552 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 6 Apr 2016 29,552 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear pedal (1.3.1a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 22,266 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 22,141 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 21,521 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 21,335 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 21,049 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 20,485 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 16,918 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 15,033 miles

Rear mudguard insecure

offside front footrest bracket cracked

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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ML04 JPX is a 2004 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 ML04 JPX, 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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ML04 JPX is a 2004 Honda VFR800, first registered on 2 April 2004.

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