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RO52 NMK

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,835 mi
Last recorded23,835 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO52 NMK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 23,835 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 22,179 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 22,178 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working Hand Lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 21,726 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 21,726 miles

Rear reflector likely to become detached (4.8.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 21,579 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 20,919 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 19,622 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 19,599 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 15,496 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 14,153 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 13,072 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 12,554 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 12,106 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 11,319 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 10,648 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 9,726 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 9,443 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 9,443 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 8,710 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 8,465 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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RO52 NMK is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RO52 NMK, 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 RO52 NMK registered?

RO52 NMK is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is RO52 NMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO52 NMK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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