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PX53 BZB

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,104 mi
Last recorded31,104 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX53 BZB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 31,104 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2016 31,078 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 31,078 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust mounting missing clamp missing (7.1.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 28,503 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 25,148 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 23,309 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2013 37,278 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 20,700 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 19,122 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 19,122 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 17,372 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 15,190 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 11,506 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 11,506 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 8,420 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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PX53 BZB is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PX53 BZB, 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 PX53 BZB registered?

PX53 BZB is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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