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GJ53 LJX

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

39,890 mi
Last recorded39,890 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 LJX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 39,890 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 37,892 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 34,796 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 30,758 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 May 2022 29,067 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 28,991 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 25,752 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 22,943 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 22,933 miles

Nearside Handlebar retaining device loose bar end (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Handlebar retaining device loose bar end (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 19,562 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 19,562 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 17 Dec 2016 19,483 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 17,912 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 17,569 miles

no plate light not working

Pass 14 Nov 2013 17,099 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 16,836 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 14,958 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 12,762 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 2 Nov 2009 12,157 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 10,897 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 4,012 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 LJX is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 GJ53 LJX, 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 LJX registered?

GJ53 LJX is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 20 September 2003.

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