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ML04 JRV

2004 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

26,277 mi
Last recorded26,277 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR80019,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML04 JRV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 26,277 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 26,270 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Throttle stiff on lock right

Fail 24 Sep 2024 26,267 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly Sticking on lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 25,735 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 24,329 miles

Clutch lever bent

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 23,453 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 23,125 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 22,474 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 21,862 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 20,283 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 19,668 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 17,686 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 15,433 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 11,970 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 10,554 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 9,570 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 9,036 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2009 8,440 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 7,682 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 6,523 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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ML04 JRV 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 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JRV, 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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What year was ML04 JRV registered?

ML04 JRV is a 2004 Honda VFR800, first registered on 26 March 2004.

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