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DF03 KCN

2003 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,399 mi
Last recorded47,399 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda Vfr18,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 KCN
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 47,399 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 45,189 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

centre stand pivot slightly worn

left handgrip slightly loose

Fail 22 Nov 2024 45,173 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 41,965 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 41,362 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 34,894 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 31,521 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 24,455 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 19,194 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 18,964 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 18,955 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 18,244 miles

main beam kicks slightly too left

Pass 27 Jun 2011 17,588 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 17,186 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 16,791 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 15,250 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 15,250 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 12,683 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2006 9,522 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2006 9,522 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr?

Based on 41,575 MOT tests across 5,815 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,191
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 222
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 161
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
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DF03 KCN is a 2003 Honda Vfr in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 18,897 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 Vfr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF03 KCN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Vfr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF03 KCN registered?

DF03 KCN is a 2003 Honda Vfr, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is DF03 KCN safe to buy?

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