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B14 VFR

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,296 mi
Last recorded26,296 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB14 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 26,296 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 25,819 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 25,379 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 25,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 24,953 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 23,802 miles

Additional wiring insecure but not fauling.

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 21,946 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2018 21,936 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

nearside bottom caliper mounting bolt of the wrong type

nearside front brake pipe bracket bolt loose

Pass 27 Mar 2017 20,070 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 20,070 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 15,839 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 12,748 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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B14 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B14 VFR, 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 B14 VFR registered?

B14 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 9 April 2003.

Is B14 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B14 VFR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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