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RF04 EFD

2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

22,814 mi
Last recorded22,814 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y8,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF04 EFD
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp-y
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2024 22,814 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2024 22,814 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 22,767 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 22,729 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 22,551 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 22,300 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2019 22,300 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2018 21,818 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 20,842 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 20,326 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 20,326 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 20,032 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 19,553 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 19,116 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 18,426 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 17,414 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 16,247 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 14,863 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2008 12,854 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 12,854 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 11,302 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 Sp-y?

Based on 1,289 MOT tests across 236 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
236
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 8
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 4
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RF04 EFD is a 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 8,259 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 VTR1000 Sp-y fails its MOT is exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF04 EFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 Sp-y typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Honda VTR1000 Sp-y is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF04 EFD registered?

RF04 EFD is a 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y, first registered on 27 April 2004.

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