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LV53 SVN

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

32,186 mi
Last recorded32,186 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 SVN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 32,186 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 31,934 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 30,142 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 30,100 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 30,046 miles

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 29,814 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 29,780 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 28,344 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Jul 2016 28,167 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 28,061 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 25,700 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 23,443 miles

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

Front tyre under inflated

Rear tyre under inflated

Fail 18 Apr 2011 23,214 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 23,214 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 20,690 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008
Pass 23 Aug 2007 14,522 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 11,226 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 SVN is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SVN, 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 LV53 SVN registered?

LV53 SVN is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LV53 SVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 SVN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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