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SM04 LTU

2004 Honda VFR800A

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

35,302 mi
Last recorded35,302 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR800A20,268 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM04 LTU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 35,302 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 35,130 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 35,111 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 34,517 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 33,558 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 55,325 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 31,781 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 17 Apr 2013 31,781 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 28,953 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 27,672 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 24,247 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 24,247 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2009 21,710 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 18,658 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 14,134 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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SM04 LTU is a 2004 Honda VFR800A in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 20,268 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 VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM04 LTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM04 LTU registered?

SM04 LTU is a 2004 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 8 April 2004.

Is SM04 LTU safe to buy?

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