Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 Honda Nt650v?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2004 Honda Nt650v?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2004 Honda Nt650v?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2004 Honda Nt650v reliable?

Based on MOT data from 254 vehicles, the 2004 Honda Nt650v has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2004 Honda Nt650v?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2004 Honda Nt650v are: Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (72.3% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (65.6% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (56.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2004 Honda Nt650v?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Honda Nt650v (2004)

254 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.3% first-time pass rate

2004 Honda Nt650v

CarHunch analysed 254 real MOT records for the 2004 Honda Nt650v. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2004 Honda NT650V is a genuinely reliable middleweight—its 88.2% first-time pass rate sits comfortably 8 points above the UK average, and only 18.9% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is acceptable for a 20-year-old bike. These are mature machines that hold up well to age.

At a median mileage of 23,679 miles, most examples are sensibly used and haven't been thrashed, which explains the strong pass rate. The average of 1.54 failures per test and 6.4 advisories per vehicle suggests minor wear items and corrosion are the norm—typical for a steel-framed middleweight in the UK climate. Before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the fuel system and any evidence of rust on the frame or engine casings, as these will cost money if neglected.

We have limited data for the 2004 Honda Nt650v — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

88.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

18.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.54

Over 12.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

24k

Middle half: 14k–36k

For context

These stats describe 254 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 254 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 72.3%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 65.6%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Exhaust & emissions 16.3%

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey · Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Lighting 14.6%

Exhaust slightly deteriorated

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Suspension & steering 13.4%

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' · Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2004.

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Before you buy a 2004 Honda Nt650v

Based on MOT data from 254 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 18.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 4,312 Honda Nt650v vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 26.5%

1,143

Beige 19.4%

836

Black 14.4%

623

Blue 12.5%

539

Silver 11.4%

492

White 7.2%

312

Green 6%

259

Brown 1.1%

Gold 0.8%

Grey 0.3%

Purple 0.2%

Orange 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2004 Honda Nt650v vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

23,679

typical

14,395

low mileage

35,815

high mileage

Half of all 2004 Honda Nt650v vehicles fall between 14,395 and 35,815 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 14,395 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 14,395–35,815 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2004 Honda Nt650vs sit.

⚠ Over 48,350 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2004 Honda Nt650v — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 42% of 2004 Honda Nt650vs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 67 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (42% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

12.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.54

Avg failures per vehicle

6.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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