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HJ53 WKY

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

122,246 mi
Last recorded122,246 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ53 WKY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 122,246 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 May 2024 120,857 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 120,314 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 118,428 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 116,535 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 116,534 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 110,526 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 110,519 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 96,416 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 96,416 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 93,898 miles

l/h footrest bent down slightly

number plate light not working

Pass 19 Sep 2013 93,416 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 93,416 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 92,811 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 92,806 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 90,277 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 75,640 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 61,656 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 61,656 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 47,365 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 41,879 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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HJ53 WKY 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 81%.

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 HJ53 WKY, 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 HJ53 WKY registered?

HJ53 WKY is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is HJ53 WKY safe to buy?

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