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WJ53 KTX

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,618 mi
Last recorded23,618 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ53 KTX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2026 23,618 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2025 22,998 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 22,644 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 22,557 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 22,351 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 21,634 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 21,603 miles

Exhaust silencer clamp corroded away.

Nearside Mirror missing

No. plate light not working

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2016 21,195 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 19,697 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2014 19,384 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 17,569 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 15,875 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 13,520 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 13,278 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 12,412 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 11,176 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 8,051 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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WJ53 KTX 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 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 WJ53 KTX, 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 WJ53 KTX registered?

WJ53 KTX is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is WJ53 KTX safe to buy?

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