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GF53 PWJ

2003 Honda VFR800A

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,762 mi
Last recorded62,762 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 PWJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 62,762 miles

Central Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 62,042 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive on link arm (2.4.B.4)

Fail 10 Sep 2016 62,042 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive on link arm (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock on left hand lock (2.1.4)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 60,887 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 59,690 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2013 47,808 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 36,824 miles

registration plate lamp inoperative

Pass 11 Mar 2011 26,626 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 21,476 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 12,559 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 8,584 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 1,100 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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GF53 PWJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF53 PWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GF53 PWJ registered?

GF53 PWJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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