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MJ53 AAX

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,884 mi
Last recorded41,884 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 AAX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 41,884 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2026 41,884 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 41,368 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 41,067 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 May 2022 40,173 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 39,182 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 39,182 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 37,853 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2019 37,853 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 35,677 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 34,261 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 33,820 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 31,867 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 31,087 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 30,060 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 28,474 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 26,348 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 24,690 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 21,467 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 17,927 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 14,718 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 14,712 miles

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

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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MJ53 AAX is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MJ53 AAX, 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 MJ53 AAX registered?

MJ53 AAX is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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