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AO03 VZS

2003 Honda Sfx

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

14,320 mi
Last recorded14,320 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda Sfx7,749 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 VZS
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 14,320 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 14,236 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2024 14,230 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick rear brake arm past centre (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

front tyre pressure low

Fail 18 May 2021 14,189 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Central Lower main stand pivot excessively worn. stand catching on the rear wheel.

Fail 14 May 2021 14,180 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested headlamp not working (4.1.2 (b))

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Central Lower main stand pivot excessively worn. stand catching on the rear wheel.

Pass 7 May 2020 13,797 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 13,797 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 17 Jul 2017 13,797 miles

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 13,797 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 13,731 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 12,920 miles

Centre Stand Worn.

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 28 Jun 2014 12,920 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Centre Stand Worn.

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 11,504 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2013 11,499 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 26 May 2012 9,148 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

front pannle slighty lose

Fail 16 May 2012 9,063 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

front pannle slighty lose

Pass 10 May 2011 7,811 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 9 May 2011 7,800 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 17 May 2010 7,068 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 5,781 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 5,639 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 5,139 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Sfx?

Based on 9,316 MOT tests across 1,535 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 207
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 187
Tyre tread not clearly visible 173
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 115
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AO03 VZS is a 2003 Honda Sfx in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Honda Sfx models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 7,749 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda Sfx fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO03 VZS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sfx typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Sfx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO03 VZS registered?

AO03 VZS is a 2003 Honda Sfx, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is AO03 VZS safe to buy?

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