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BV53 WVH

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

34,243 mi
Last recorded34,243 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 WVH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 34,243 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 33,769 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 32,755 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 31,650 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 28 Mar 2022 30,903 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 29,502 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 29,502 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 May 2019 26,760 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 25,354 miles

Indicator switch works intermittently - okay on test

Fail 18 May 2018 25,354 miles

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

Indicator switch works intermittently - okay on test

Pass 18 May 2017 24,258 miles

Front Tyre misshapen

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 May 2016 23,019 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 22,424 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 21,608 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 20,904 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 20,506 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 19,437 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 19,422 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 17,267 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 14,532 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

number plate light inoperative

Pass 22 Sep 2007 14,205 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 10,022 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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BV53 WVH is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BV53 WVH, 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 BV53 WVH registered?

BV53 WVH is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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