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AE04 WPY

2004 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

29,930 mi
Last recorded29,930 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR80019,757 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 WPY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 29,930 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 29,929 miles

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))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 29,834 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2025 29,834 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 27,086 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 24,861 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 24,099 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 24,090 miles

Brake pedal pivot excessively worn Mounting bracket broken (1.1.1 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2020 22,736 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 18,853 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 17,486 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 16,896 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 16,179 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 16,009 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 15,304 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 14,856 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 13,304 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 May 2012 13,304 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 10,498 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 8,023 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 5,748 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 5,155 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2007 3,652 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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AE04 WPY is a 2004 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 AE04 WPY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE04 WPY registered?

AE04 WPY is a 2004 Honda VFR800, first registered on 5 August 2004.

Is AE04 WPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE04 WPY shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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