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VK53 HRO

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,757 mi
Last recorded45,757 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 HRO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 45,757 miles

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

exhaust noisy

Pass 10 Mar 2025 45,309 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 44,214 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2022 43,752 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 43,654 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

engine idle speed higher than expected

Pass 10 Aug 2019 47,552 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 45,690 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 40,705 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 33,950 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 31,163 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 31,019 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 30,780 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 30,350 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 29,374 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 27,672 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 26,375 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 24,780 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 24,636 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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VK53 HRO is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VK53 HRO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK53 HRO registered?

VK53 HRO is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is VK53 HRO safe to buy?

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