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DG03 ZAG

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

41,408 mi
Last recorded41,408 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 ZAG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 41,408 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 41,346 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 39,510 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2023 39,498 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 38,633 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 34,711 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 31,800 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2017 25,094 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 23,680 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 22,230 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 21,241 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

fork dust seals insecure

Pass 29 Jan 2013 19,101 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

R/H Front footrest twisted.

R/H Silencer clamp missing.

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

Rear brake slightly binding.

Pass 10 Jan 2012 13,760 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 12,011 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 11,059 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 10,245 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 9,409 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 8,458 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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DG03 ZAG is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DG03 ZAG, 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 DG03 ZAG registered?

DG03 ZAG is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 16 August 2003.

Is DG03 ZAG safe to buy?

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