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MJ53 ABU

2003 Honda VTR1000 F

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,525 mi
Last recorded19,525 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 F15,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 ABU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2025 19,525 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No lights fitted at time of test.for daytime use only

Pass 4 Jun 2013 18,630 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 17,813 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 15,066 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 13,637 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2009 10,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 8,127 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 6,818 miles

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

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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MJ53 ABU is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MJ53 ABU, 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 MJ53 ABU registered?

MJ53 ABU is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is MJ53 ABU safe to buy?

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