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FE53 JVZ

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

38,295 mi
Last recorded38,295 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 JVZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 38,295 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 37,832 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 36,832 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 36,422 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 35,103 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 34,368 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 33,156 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 31,319 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 30,176 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 29,038 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 27,301 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 26,239 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 24,825 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 24,825 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 24,323 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 21,620 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 19,505 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 18,268 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 15,371 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 14,258 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 10,066 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 8,933 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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FE53 JVZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 FE53 JVZ, 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

How do I check the history of FE53 JVZ?

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What year was FE53 JVZ registered?

FE53 JVZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is FE53 JVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 JVZ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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