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PN53 ETJ

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

44,352 mi
Last recorded44,352 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 ETJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 44,352 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 44,342 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 May 2023 43,992 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 May 2019 40,980 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 40,928 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2018 37,015 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 33,387 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 30,767 miles

after market exhaust fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2015 26,691 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 23,235 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 21,125 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 19,169 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 17,828 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 10,830 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 5,820 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 5,063 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 4,234 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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PN53 ETJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 PN53 ETJ, 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 PN53 ETJ registered?

PN53 ETJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is PN53 ETJ safe to buy?

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