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WX53 BBF

2003 Honda VFR800A

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

13,505 mi
Last recorded13,505 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 BBF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 13,505 miles

Exhaust clamp missing offside rear.

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Offside handlebar end missing.

Fail 25 Jun 2026 13,505 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust clamp missing offside rear.

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

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

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

Offside handlebar end missing.

Pass 1 Feb 2024 13,060 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 13,041 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 12,927 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 10,426 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 7,809 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2015 7,542 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 6,960 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 6,692 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 5,939 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 5,919 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 5,765 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 5,647 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 5,468 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 5,150 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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WX53 BBF is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX53 BBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX53 BBF registered?

WX53 BBF is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 20 September 2003.

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