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YH53 EEF

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,740 mi
Last recorded22,740 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH53 EEF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2014 22,740 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 21,180 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 19,328 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 15,898 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 15,898 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 14,729 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2008 12,870 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 11,530 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 9,834 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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YH53 EEF is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YH53 EEF, 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 YH53 EEF registered?

YH53 EEF is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is YH53 EEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH53 EEF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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