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NU53 HPA

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,956 mi
Last recorded47,956 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU53 HPA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2020 47,956 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 47,938 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 46,237 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 42,200 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 38,028 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 33,585 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 31,207 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 29,524 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 27,032 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 22,339 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 14,530 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 10,360 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 9,701 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 24 Oct 2008 9,701 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 8,425 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 7,528 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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NU53 HPA is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NU53 HPA, 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 NU53 HPA registered?

NU53 HPA is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is NU53 HPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU53 HPA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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