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GJ53 LJA

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,070 mi
Last recorded27,070 miles
Recorded on31 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 LJA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2013 27,070 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 21,335 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 16,659 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 13,906 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 13,906 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 9,380 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 9,380 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 8,691 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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GJ53 LJA is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GJ53 LJA, 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 GJ53 LJA registered?

GJ53 LJA is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is GJ53 LJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ53 LJA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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