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OY53 UPX

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

21,812 mi
Last recorded21,812 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 UPX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 21,812 miles

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

Rear pads getting low

Tyres are 12 years old

Pass 3 Sep 2024 21,689 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 21,540 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 21,362 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush linkage (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 21,362 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush linkage (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 21,033 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 20,806 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 20,508 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 20,289 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 19,944 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 19,247 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 17,696 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 16,254 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 15,396 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 14,843 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 13,800 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 12,254 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 11,370 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 9,922 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 8,650 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 7,366 miles

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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OY53 UPX is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OY53 UPX, 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 OY53 UPX registered?

OY53 UPX is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is OY53 UPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY53 UPX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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