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CR53 VFR

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,316 mi
Last recorded48,316 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCR53 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 48,316 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 44,718 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 44,686 miles

Central Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake Binding Brakes (3.3.C2c)

Central Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake Brakes Binding (3.3.C2c)

Pass 11 May 2017 44,505 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 44,375 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 44,375 miles

Centre Front Outer Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 43,711 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 42,506 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 41,962 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 40,519 miles

SERVICE CLEAN BRAKE CALIPERS

Pass 26 Mar 2010 38,509 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 36,139 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 30,795 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 23,788 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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CR53 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CR53 VFR, 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 CR53 VFR registered?

CR53 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is CR53 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CR53 VFR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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