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MF53 KKO

2003 Honda VFR800

Multi-colour Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

53,113 mi
Last recorded53,113 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 KKO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2025 53,113 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 52,786 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 52,328 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 49,648 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 48,383 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 45,430 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 45,173 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 44,142 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 43,887 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 43,883 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 38,121 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 24,216 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 24,210 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2010 14,444 miles

Rear number plate lamp inop.

Pass 30 Sep 2009 12,634 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 11,485 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 9,895 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 7,249 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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MF53 KKO is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Multi-colour 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 MF53 KKO, 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 MF53 KKO registered?

MF53 KKO is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is MF53 KKO safe to buy?

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