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GF53 PWU

2003 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,126 mi
Last recorded33,126 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 F15,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 PWU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 33,126 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 33,040 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 32,519 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 31,748 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 May 2022 31,748 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 31,466 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 30,028 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 25,655 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 16,278 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 15,392 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 14,662 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 14,639 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 14,280 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 12,643 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 12,643 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 7,264 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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GF53 PWU is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 15,304 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 VTR1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF53 PWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GF53 PWU registered?

GF53 PWU is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GF53 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 PWU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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