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FE53 JYP

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

43,535 mi
Last recorded43,535 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 JYP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2026 43,535 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2025 43,262 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 42,922 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 42,890 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 42,245 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Jul 2023 42,245 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 40,981 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 40,981 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working both controls (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 40,203 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 40,203 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 40,105 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 8 Jun 2013 40,105 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2012 34,813 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Apr 2011 29,960 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 24,452 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 19,644 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 16,119 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 15,399 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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FE53 JYP is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FE53 JYP, 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 FE53 JYP registered?

FE53 JYP is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is FE53 JYP safe to buy?

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