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GY53 RUW

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

32,491 mi
Last recorded32,491 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY53 RUW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 32,491 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 32,315 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 32,315 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 May 2023 32,247 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 32,204 miles

Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Central Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 31,908 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 31,781 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 31,237 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 31,235 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 30,865 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 29,652 miles

Centre exhaust clamp missing(exhaust secure)

Fail 11 Apr 2016 29,652 miles

Centre exhaust clamp missing(exhaust secure)

Nearside Front Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. loose (6.2.1g)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 29,106 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 27,845 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 26,918 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 26,107 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 26,107 miles

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 23,977 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 22,404 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2008 14,146 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 14,146 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 11,757 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 9,840 miles

Centre Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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GY53 RUW is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 GY53 RUW, 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 GY53 RUW registered?

GY53 RUW is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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