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DS03 VJY

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,980 mi
Last recorded22,980 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 VJY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 22,980 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 20,116 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 20,108 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 20,103 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 20,095 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 20,072 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 20,060 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 20,028 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 20,010 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2017 20,002 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 19,986 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 19,951 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 21 May 2012 17,480 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 21 May 2012 17,480 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 16,719 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 13,432 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 12,440 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 12,423 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 8,478 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 6,288 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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DS03 VJY is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DS03 VJY, 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 DS03 VJY registered?

DS03 VJY is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is DS03 VJY safe to buy?

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