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AU03 YHC

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,484 mi
Last recorded89,484 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 YHC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 89,484 miles

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

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2017 69,517 miles

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

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 47,257 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 40,115 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Sep 2013 38,064 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 38,064 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 32,289 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 26,572 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 26,572 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 20,249 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 16,376 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 13,831 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 12,701 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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AU03 YHC is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU03 YHC, 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 AU03 YHC registered?

AU03 YHC is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 8 March 2003.

Is AU03 YHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 YHC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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