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DK03 FYU

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,709 mi
Last recorded37,709 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 FYU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 37,709 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 35,922 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 35,812 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 35,740 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 35,545 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 35,543 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 34,949 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 30,731 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 26,592 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 24,143 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 20,473 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 19,971 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 17,954 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 13,897 miles

head ligh kick off wrong direction deflector fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Sep 2007 12,890 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 7,614 miles

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

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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DK03 FYU is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DK03 FYU, 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 DK03 FYU registered?

DK03 FYU is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is DK03 FYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 FYU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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