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LC52 VLT

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

77,772 mi
Last recorded77,772 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 VLT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2024 77,772 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 77,761 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2023 75,786 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side panel (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Apr 2023 75,777 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side panel (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 73,884 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 72,142 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 68,648 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 65,008 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 59,651 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 59,651 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 53,847 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 8 Feb 2017 53,847 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 49,494 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 42,198 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 37,034 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 31,880 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 24,982 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 18,922 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 18,922 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 13,884 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 7,497 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 7,252 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 6,932 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 5,592 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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LC52 VLT is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LC52 VLT, 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 LC52 VLT registered?

LC52 VLT is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 29 January 2003.

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