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FE53 JYD

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

35,017 mi
Last recorded35,017 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 JYD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 35,017 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 30,542 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 29,470 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Aug 2023 29,470 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2022 28,341 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Jul 2022 28,341 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 27,279 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 24,676 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 24,673 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 20,898 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 17,846 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 16,478 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 14,396 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 10,313 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 7,554 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 7,554 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 7,549 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 7,545 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 7,545 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 7,324 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 7,102 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 6,883 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 JYD is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 FE53 JYD, 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 FE53 JYD registered?

FE53 JYD is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is FE53 JYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 JYD shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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