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LV53 BJZ

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

41,580 mi
Last recorded41,580 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 BJZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 41,580 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2025 41,580 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 40,369 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 38,486 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 38,486 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 36,715 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 36,344 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 35,196 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 33,012 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 29,794 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 29,794 miles

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))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 21,940 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 16,668 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 16,555 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Jan 2014 16,118 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 15,972 miles

Offside Front Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jan 2013 15,972 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jan 2012 14,089 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 12,579 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 10,835 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 10,377 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2008 10,377 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 9,244 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 6,748 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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LV53 BJZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red 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 LV53 BJZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV53 BJZ registered?

LV53 BJZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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The MOT history for LV53 BJZ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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