2004 Honda VFR800 0.8L Petrol · FV04 HVF

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy; the most recent MOT on 2026‑07‑22 at 46,116 miles failed due to front tyre tread depth below the 1.0 mm limit, rear wheel bearing play, and a slightly stiff or notchy steering head bearing. These defects represent a deterioration from the previous pass in July 2025, where only a cut in rear tyre tread was recorded, indicating the maintenance trend is worsening rather than stabilising. Mileage accumulation remains modest for a 22‑year‑old machine at roughly 2,100 miles per year, suggesting periods of light use or storage. The jump from 42,886 miles in July 2025 to 46,116 miles in July 2026 adds 3,230 miles in about 12 months, a higher annual increment than the historic average but still far below typical usage rates. Earlier records show consistent yearly testing with minimal mileage changes, confirming a pattern of low‑intensity operation. A prospective buyer should inspect the front tyre tread depth against the legal minimum, test rear wheel bearing for excess play, and evaluate steering head bearing smoothness for stiffness or notchiness. The recurring bearing issues merit a close visual check for corrosion or wear on the hub assembly, while the steering linkage should be examined for loose bushes or excessive clearance. Brake components, particularly disc thickness and caliper operation, deserve scrutiny given the vehicle’s age, as do suspension bushes and exhaust mountings for rust or fatigue. A thorough under‑body scan for structural corrosion is also advisable, given the vehicle’s age and the observed bearing and steering concerns.