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OV53 HYU

2003 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,383 mi
Last recorded8,383 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 HYU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2025 8,383 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 8,334 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 8,119 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 7,880 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 7,469 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 6,946 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 6,881 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 6,856 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 6,761 miles

Number plate illumination light is not working.

Rear tyre is punctured by a nail.

Pass 5 Feb 2015 6,424 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2014 6,163 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 5,842 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 5,522 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 5,139 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 4,370 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 3,941 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 1,459 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 1,057 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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OV53 HYU is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OV53 HYU, 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 OV53 HYU registered?

OV53 HYU is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is OV53 HYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 HYU shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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