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LG53 FOA

2003 Honda VFR800A

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

47,233 mi
Last recorded47,233 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 FOA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 47,233 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 47,203 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 46,613 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 45,767 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 45,640 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 45,470 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 45,361 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 44,658 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 42,572 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 40,907 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 40,110 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 39,716 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 39,716 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 39,549 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 39,549 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 39,002 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 35,322 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 28,495 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 28,495 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 24,837 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 24,837 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jan 2008 13,733 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 3,350 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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LG53 FOA is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,460 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 VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG53 FOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LG53 FOA registered?

LG53 FOA is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is LG53 FOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG53 FOA shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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