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AP52 YLD

2003 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,921 mi
Last recorded36,921 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 YLD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 36,921 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 36,254 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 34,332 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 33,761 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 33,761 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 33,351 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 35,307 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 33,276 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 32,739 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 32,573 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 32,057 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 31,263 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 30,550 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 26,590 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 21,938 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2010 21,813 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 21,590 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 20,626 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 14,061 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 7,093 miles

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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AP52 YLD is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AP52 YLD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP52 YLD registered?

AP52 YLD is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is AP52 YLD safe to buy?

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