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WV53 KLM

2003 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

50,732 mi
Last recorded50,732 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 F15,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 KLM
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 50,732 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 46,990 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 45,517 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 42,767 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 39,713 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 35,266 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 31,156 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 28,527 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 28,527 miles

Nearside Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 28,432 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 27,990 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 27,575 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 27,225 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 26,648 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 25,610 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 25,607 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 25,472 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2010 24,183 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 22,868 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 22,719 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 22,719 miles

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 19,239 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Oct 2006 15,014 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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WV53 KLM is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 15,304 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 VTR1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WV53 KLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WV53 KLM registered?

WV53 KLM is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is WV53 KLM safe to buy?

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