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EO53 BWM

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

49,372 mi
Last recorded49,372 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 BWM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 49,372 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 48,945 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 48,339 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 46,138 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 15 May 2023 46,138 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 23 May 2022 44,310 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 44,095 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged Split (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Feb 2021 43,006 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 42,071 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2018 39,446 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 32,442 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 25,457 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 18,684 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 13,421 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 13,225 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 12,302 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 11,232 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 10,426 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 9,540 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 8,790 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 7,689 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 7,196 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 6,066 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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EO53 BWM is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 EO53 BWM, 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 EO53 BWM registered?

EO53 BWM is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is EO53 BWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO53 BWM shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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