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LV53 OAO

2003 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

14,556 mi
Last recorded14,556 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 F15,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 OAO
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 14,556 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2025 14,368 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 14,368 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 14,339 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2024 14,339 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 14,249 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 14,247 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 30 Jun 2022 14,247 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 13,307 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 12,745 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 12,731 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 12,724 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2011 10,821 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2010 8,451 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 8,354 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 7,376 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 6,901 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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LV53 OAO is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 15,304 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 VTR1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV53 OAO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV53 OAO registered?

LV53 OAO is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is LV53 OAO safe to buy?

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