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AV04 RKU

2004 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,436 mi
Last recorded19,436 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR80019,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV04 RKU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 19,436 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 10,175 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 10,151 miles

drive chain very dry

end caps on handle bar screw slightly loose

main beam switch sticky . recommend investigation

Fail 26 Sep 2016 10,151 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

drive chain very dry

end caps on handle bar screw slightly loose

main beam switch sticky . recommend investigation

Pass 26 Sep 2015 9,840 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars on lock against tank (2.1.2b)

drive chain dry and slightly loose

hazard switch slightly "sticky" in operation

headlamp aim slightly low

radiator coolant pipes starting to corroded

Fail 26 Sep 2015 9,840 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars on lock against tank (2.1.2b)

drive chain dry and slightly loose

hazard switch slightly "sticky" in operation

headlamp aim slightly low

radiator coolant pipes starting to corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2014 9,801 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

n/s handle bar end slightly loose

Fail 26 Sep 2014 9,801 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

n/s handle bar end slightly loose

Pass 4 Apr 2013 9,575 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 9,571 miles

Battery power low

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 May 2010 7,912 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 24 Apr 2009 7,153 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 3,634 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 3,392 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 2,318 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
Full Honda VFR800 reliability report

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AV04 RKU is a 2004 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AV04 RKU, 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 AV04 RKU registered?

AV04 RKU is a 2004 Honda VFR800, first registered on 19 March 2004.

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