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LG52 FJA

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

33,269 mi
Last recorded33,269 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 FJA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 33,269 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 33,261 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension rod pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2023 30,540 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 27,515 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 25,713 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 24,581 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 24,581 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 24,060 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 22,810 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 21,299 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 20,393 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 20,375 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 19,514 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 17,879 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 17,879 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 16,204 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2011 14,897 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 13,266 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 12,353 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 10,732 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 8,975 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 7,476 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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LG52 FJA is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LG52 FJA, 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 LG52 FJA registered?

LG52 FJA is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is LG52 FJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 FJA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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