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BF53 WKU

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,063 mi
Last recorded27,063 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 WKU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 27,063 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2026 27,063 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 26,491 miles

Lower exhaust shield slightly loose

Pass 27 Jan 2024 25,704 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 25,018 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 24,296 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 23,903 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 23,726 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 23,540 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 23,319 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 22,827 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2015 22,814 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 22,480 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 22,339 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 20,215 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 19,834 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 17,389 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 8,600 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 3,722 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 2,968 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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BF53 WKU is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc 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 BF53 WKU, 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 BF53 WKU registered?

BF53 WKU is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is BF53 WKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 WKU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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