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AV53 DXP

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

48,979 mi
Last recorded48,979 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 DXP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2021 48,979 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 48,710 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 48,705 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 48,242 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 46,998 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 46,998 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 45,885 miles

ADVISE EXHAUST SHIELD CORRODED

Fail 22 Sep 2017 45,840 miles

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

ADVISE EXHAUST SHIELD CORRODED

Fail 31 Aug 2017 45,823 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

advise exhaust shield corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2016 417,776 miles

Nearside switch gear slightly lose

Fail 9 Aug 2016 41,750 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside switch gear slightly lose

Pass 8 Sep 2015 34,191 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 34,191 miles

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 29,713 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 29,688 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 29,642 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 29,642 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 28,986 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 27,588 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 26,503 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 23,975 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 20,335 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 17,562 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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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AV53 DXP is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV53 DXP, 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.

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What year was AV53 DXP registered?

AV53 DXP is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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