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VU53 GDA

2003 Honda VFR800

White Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,340 mi
Last recorded77,340 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU53 GDA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 77,340 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2026 77,340 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 55,459 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 43,450 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 29,736 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 29,499 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 28,935 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 26,708 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 26 Aug 2017 25,230 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 24,908 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 24,830 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 24,545 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 24,358 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 24,358 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 23,643 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 22,927 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 28,953 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 11 Feb 2010 28,951 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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VU53 GDA is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in White with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VU53 GDA, 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 VU53 GDA registered?

VU53 GDA is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is VU53 GDA safe to buy?

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