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OE52 UGO

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,088 mi
Last recorded39,088 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE52 UGO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 39,088 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2024 39,088 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2022 38,946 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 38,656 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 38,265 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit very close to 1mm (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play bearings in rear dog bone link at rear shocker (2.4.A2a(i))

bearings in rear brake calliper reaction bracket slight free play

Pass 31 Aug 2016 37,714 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play on dog bone link for rear shocker (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jun 2015 37,204 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 36,657 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 36,649 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 17 May 2012 52,317 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 51,969 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 51,375 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 49,930 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 49,434 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007

Exhaust heat shield loose

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2006 38,499 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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OE52 UGO is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OE52 UGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OE52 UGO registered?

OE52 UGO is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 21 January 2003.

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