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A21 VFR

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,304 mi
Last recorded30,304 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 30,304 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 30,251 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 30,149 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 29,945 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2022 29,819 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2021 29,714 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 29,623 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 29,620 miles

Stop lamp not working front brake light innop (rear one ok) (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Light misting of oil on R/H fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 29,575 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 29,330 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 29,177 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion seal (2.3.3)

Fail 26 Sep 2016 29,170 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation perished (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation perished (4.1.2c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion seal (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 28,494 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 26,315 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 24,018 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 23,229 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 22,107 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 20,156 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 15,207 miles

front tyre has small cut.

Pass 4 Sep 2008 5,130 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 4,803 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 4,184 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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A21 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A21 VFR, 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

How do I check the history of A21 VFR?

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What year was A21 VFR registered?

A21 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is A21 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 VFR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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