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SK53 KVA

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

25,024 mi
Last recorded25,024 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK53 KVA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 25,024 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 24,903 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 24,022 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 21,182 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 18,654 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 18,632 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 14,836 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 11,112 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 10,561 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 7,587 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 6,842 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 6,733 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 6,653 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 6,444 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 6,018 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 5,287 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 4,606 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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SK53 KVA is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red 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 SK53 KVA, 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 SK53 KVA registered?

SK53 KVA is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is SK53 KVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK53 KVA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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