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VN54 EBU

2004 Honda Fr-v

Blue Petrol 1668cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

139,209 mi
Last recorded139,209 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda Fr-v86,910 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN54 EBU
MakeHonda
ModelFr-v
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,668cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Aug 2026 139,209 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 126,296 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 122,468 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 121,127 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2023 121,127 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 119,032 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

oil leak

Fail 6 Jan 2022 119,029 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

oil leak

Pass 8 Jan 2021 115,511 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 110,600 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 104,916 miles

High level stop light not working

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jan 2019 104,916 miles

High level stop light not working

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 98,596 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 92,372 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 86,049 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 79,411 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 72,489 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 64,880 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 56,373 miles

Both rear tyres approx 3mm - worn low on inner edges N/S/R punctured inner edge

Pass 18 Jan 2011 49,209 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 42,175 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 33,774 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 26,090 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Fr-v?

Based on 261,543 MOT tests across 14,531 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
7,352
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
14,531
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,946
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,540
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,420
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 3,903
position lamp(s) not working 2,597
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VN54 EBU is a 2004 Honda Fr-v in Blue with a 1,668cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Honda Fr-v models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 86,910 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Fr-v fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,946 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VN54 EBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN54 EBU registered?

VN54 EBU is a 2004 Honda Fr-v, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is VN54 EBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN54 EBU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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