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RE53 UKL

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

28,837 mi
Last recorded28,837 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 UKL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 28,837 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 28,836 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 28,352 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 28,035 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 25,677 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 24,809 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 23,270 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 23,261 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 23,259 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 23,002 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 22,080 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 20,735 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 19,607 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Dec 2009 19,607 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 15,324 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2007 11,497 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 7,134 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800?

Based on 72,376 MOT tests across 5,205 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
5,205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,029
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 447
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 441
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 280
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 243
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RE53 UKL is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,553 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,029 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE53 UKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RE53 UKL registered?

RE53 UKL is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is RE53 UKL safe to buy?

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