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AO03 YLX

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

38,069 mi
Last recorded38,069 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 YLX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Mar 2023 38,069 miles

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

Nearside Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 29,903 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 23,741 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 22,593 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 22,165 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 21,746 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 20,776 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 19,267 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 15,776 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 15,487 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 May 2011 13,498 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 13,498 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 May 2010 10,493 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 8,991 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 7,035 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2007 4,685 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 4,565 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 YLX is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,553 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YLX, 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.

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What year was AO03 YLX registered?

AO03 YLX is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 13 May 2003.

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