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AU53 RZP

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

32,874 mi
Last recorded32,874 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 RZP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 32,874 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 32,267 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 30,988 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 29,141 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 28,723 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 28,723 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 28,615 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 27,093 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 25,134 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 25,134 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 22,316 miles

registration plate cracked but can still be read

Pass 28 Mar 2014 21,315 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 20,603 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 20,491 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 19,655 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 18,862 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 18,860 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2007 14,167 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 9,953 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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AU53 RZP is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU53 RZP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU53 RZP registered?

AU53 RZP is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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The MOT history for AU53 RZP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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