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AV03 MPE

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

45,554 mi
Last recorded45,554 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 MPE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 45,554 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 45,554 miles

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

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 43,281 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 43,095 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 42,891 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 42,007 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 41,326 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 40,292 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 39,102 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 37,030 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 36,615 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 34,322 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 34,322 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 29,334 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 22,665 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 18,542 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 18,542 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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AV03 MPE 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 82.4%.

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 AV03 MPE, 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 AV03 MPE registered?

AV03 MPE is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 17 May 2003.

Is AV03 MPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV03 MPE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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