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YR53 LUF

2003 Honda VTR1000 F

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

18,630 mi
Last recorded18,630 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 F15,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 LUF
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 18,630 miles

Front brake travel

Pass 19 Apr 2024 18,172 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 17,025 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 16,771 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 16,736 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 16,615 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 15,643 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 15,643 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 12,793 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 9,589 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 8,878 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 8,711 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 8,549 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 8,369 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 8,297 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 8,076 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 7,667 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 4,606 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 3,665 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 2,523 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 2,150 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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YR53 LUF is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YR53 LUF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR53 LUF registered?

YR53 LUF is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 10 September 2003.

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The MOT history for YR53 LUF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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