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LG53 UTC

2003 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,322 mi
Last recorded29,322 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 UTC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 29,322 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 28 May 2025 28,645 miles
Fail 28 May 2025 28,645 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 28,253 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 11 Jul 2024 28,253 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 27,419 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 25,632 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 24,342 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 23,762 miles

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

Rear mudguard insecure

Pass 9 Apr 2013 21,934 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 20,279 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 17,521 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 13,951 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 10,543 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 6,596 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 5,495 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 UTC is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UTC, 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 UTC registered?

LG53 UTC is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 6 September 2003.

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The MOT history for LG53 UTC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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