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FX53 YKU

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,443 mi
Last recorded33,443 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 YKU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2025 33,443 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished but not leaking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 32,743 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 32,615 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged rubber valve perished but not leaking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 May 2016 32,132 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 31,681 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 26,117 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 21,695 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 19,802 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 11,459 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 8,977 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 8,611 miles

chain gaurd fasyener slightly too long

exhaust clamp broken

Pass 17 Mar 2008 8,083 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 6,186 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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FX53 YKU is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FX53 YKU, 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 FX53 YKU registered?

FX53 YKU is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is FX53 YKU safe to buy?

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