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DN03 GWZ

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

16,706 mi
Last recorded16,706 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 GWZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 16,706 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approximately 1.6mm remaining, legal limit 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 16,517 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approximately 1.6mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 16,227 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 16,206 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 15,832 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 15,437 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 14,909 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 25 Sep 2019 14,909 miles

Drive chain excessively loose has tight spots (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 14,149 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged starting to perish (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 26 Sep 2018 14,149 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged starting to perish (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 13,476 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 13,034 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 12,358 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 Nov 2015 12,358 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 11,516 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 10,776 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 9,939 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 9,344 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 8,671 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 7,952 miles

l/h switch gear loose.

Pass 7 Oct 2008 7,469 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 5,649 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 4,590 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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DN03 GWZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DN03 GWZ, 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 DN03 GWZ registered?

DN03 GWZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is DN03 GWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN03 GWZ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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