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BD53 ZWX

2003 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

14,861 mi
Last recorded14,861 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 F15,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 ZWX
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 14,861 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2026 14,861 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 14,741 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 14,641 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 14,602 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 14,530 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 14,203 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 13,585 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 13,275 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 13,188 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 12,962 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 12,395 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 11,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 10,722 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 10,210 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 10,210 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 9,709 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 8,286 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 7,363 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 4,621 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 4,382 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 4,353 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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BD53 ZWX is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 15,304 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 VTR1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD53 ZWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD53 ZWX registered?

BD53 ZWX is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is BD53 ZWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 ZWX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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