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DA03 FUN

2003 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

41,841 mi
Last recorded41,841 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 FUN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 41,841 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 41,837 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 41,365 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 42,848 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 35,458 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 31,377 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 24,507 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 24,507 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2018 21,822 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 21,498 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 21,498 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jan 2016 20,600 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 17,867 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 12,786 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 12,682 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 11,936 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 11,289 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 10,764 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 10,004 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 7,856 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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DA03 FUN is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DA03 FUN, 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 DA03 FUN registered?

DA03 FUN is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 5 July 2003.

Is DA03 FUN safe to buy?

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