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AO03 YLV

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

52,672 mi
Last recorded52,672 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 YLV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 52,672 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2025 52,672 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 52,222 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 52,121 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 51,481 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 50,307 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 46,635 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 43,667 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 40,888 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 39,379 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 36,938 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 35,494 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 33,107 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 3 Jul 2009 32,132 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 26,013 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 13,818 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 8,082 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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AO03 YLV is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AO03 YLV, 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

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What year was AO03 YLV registered?

AO03 YLV is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is AO03 YLV safe to buy?

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