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WX53 BBE

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

33,316 mi
Last recorded33,316 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 BBE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 33,316 miles

Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 32,880 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 31,745 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 28,468 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 25,885 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 25,247 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 24,831 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 21,202 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 20,408 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 18,353 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 16,732 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 14,958 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 14,162 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 13,171 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 11,523 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2010 11,523 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 10,369 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 7,705 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 7,705 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2007 7,349 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2007 7,349 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 5,159 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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WX53 BBE is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WX53 BBE, 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 WX53 BBE registered?

WX53 BBE is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is WX53 BBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX53 BBE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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