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PN53 ZYG

2003 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

46,346 mi
Last recorded46,346 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 F15,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 ZYG
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 46,346 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 45,961 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 45,270 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 43,381 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 43,356 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 43,247 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 42,393 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2019 42,371 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2018 40,095 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 40,067 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

FRONT WHEEL IS FITTED WITH THE ROTATION BACKWARDS, THE FRONT BRAKE DISKS ARE ALSO FITTED BACKWARDS.

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

HEADRACE BEARINGS SLIGHTLY TIGHT.

Pass 13 Jun 2017 36,649 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 13 Jun 2017 36,649 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 33,437 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 33,392 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 32,516 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 31,655 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 30,785 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 29,299 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 29,292 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2009 25,331 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 25,331 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 17,156 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2006 10,592 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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PN53 ZYG is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 15,304 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 VTR1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN53 ZYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN53 ZYG registered?

PN53 ZYG is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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