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BF04 SYT

2004 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

25,545 mi
Last recorded25,545 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR80019,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF04 SYT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 25,545 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 25,344 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2024 25,327 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2023 24,057 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 23,061 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2022 23,049 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 23,035 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 22,188 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 22,103 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 22,077 miles

number plate light bulb blown

Pass 7 May 2009 21,996 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 7 May 2009 21,996 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 21,569 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 21,569 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 21,036 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 21,036 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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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BF04 SYT is a 2004 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BF04 SYT, 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 BF04 SYT registered?

BF04 SYT is a 2004 Honda VFR800, first registered on 11 March 2004.

Is BF04 SYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF04 SYT shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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