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WJ53 WNX

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

41,026 mi
Last recorded41,026 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ53 WNX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 41,026 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 40,412 miles

Coolant leak

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

rear tyre tread stepping

Pass 1 Jun 2023 39,954 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 39,029 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 37,372 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 37,372 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 36,035 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 36,035 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2016 35,143 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 32,954 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 24,144 miles

noplate light - not working

Pass 4 Apr 2013 14,564 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Apr 2013 14,564 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 14,063 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 11,254 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 11,099 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 10,359 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 8,266 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 6,453 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 WNX is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WJ53 WNX, 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 WNX registered?

WJ53 WNX is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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