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DN03 NSY

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,229 mi
Last recorded41,229 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 NSY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 41,229 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2026 41,229 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2025 39,681 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2025 39,681 miles

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced Rear subframe bolt missing (6.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2023 33,952 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2022 24,308 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 23,782 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 23,695 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 23,428 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 22,959 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 22,918 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 22,360 miles

Front brakes binding slightly

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 21,923 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 21,526 miles

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

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

uneven wear on front tyre

Pass 23 Oct 2012 20,308 miles

low tread on rear tyre.

Pass 10 Oct 2011 19,336 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 18,893 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 13,517 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 13,517 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 9,878 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 8,475 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 6,709 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 NSY is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NSY, 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 DN03 NSY registered?

DN03 NSY is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is DN03 NSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN03 NSY shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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