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AE03 DTV

2003 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

22,547 mi
Last recorded22,547 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800 Fi18,101 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 DTV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 22,547 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 21,142 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 20,559 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2022 19,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 19,144 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 18,960 miles

Exhaust guard loose

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

exhaust clamps missing

Pass 3 Sep 2019 18,329 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 14,918 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 10,210 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 10,210 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 10,157 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 9,038 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 9,038 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake Startint To Bind

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake Startint To Bind

Pass 6 Mar 2013 6,934 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 6,717 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 6,631 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 5,943 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 5,792 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 5,600 miles

Nail in rear tyre

rear number plate cracked but does not effect lettering

Pass 25 Apr 2007 4,932 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 3,773 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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AE03 DTV is a 2003 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 18,101 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE03 DTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE03 DTV registered?

AE03 DTV is a 2003 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is AE03 DTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 DTV 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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