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GF53 DWZ

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,171 mi
Last recorded42,171 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 DWZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 42,171 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 40,699 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2025 40,699 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 37,326 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 36,844 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 36,834 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 36,373 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 35,576 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 34,359 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated exhaust guard loose (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Jan 2016 34,347 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated clamp missing (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated exhaust guard loose (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 32,890 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 15 Aug 2014 32,878 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 32,545 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 31,976 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2009 29,548 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 22,730 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 18,380 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 14,661 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 DWZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GF53 DWZ, 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 DWZ registered?

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

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