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GF53 DWY

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,897 mi
Last recorded22,897 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 DWY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 22,897 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 22,897 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 22,887 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 22,847 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 22,636 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 21,818 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 20,329 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 19,459 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 17,020 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 13,030 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 7,984 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front tyre uneven wear (within limits)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 4,444 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 4,073 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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GF53 DWY 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 92.3%.

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 GF53 DWY, 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 GF53 DWY registered?

GF53 DWY is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is GF53 DWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 DWY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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