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EO53 BXJ

2003 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

66,982 mi
Last recorded66,982 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 BXJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 66,982 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 66,600 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 66,265 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 66,265 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure stiff (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 65,438 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 65,438 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 64,702 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 61,531 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 56,668 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 54,811 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 51,845 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 48,410 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 43,640 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 1 Feb 2013 43,638 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 27,472 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 11,083 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 7,936 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 6,110 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 6,110 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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EO53 BXJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EO53 BXJ, 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 EO53 BXJ registered?

EO53 BXJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 13 September 2003.

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