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DV03 ZRA

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

42,686 mi
Last recorded42,686 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 ZRA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 42,686 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 42,686 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 41,526 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play steering centralises (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 39,668 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 39,288 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 38,575 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 38,183 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 38,183 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar loose bar at end weight (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 37,559 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2018 37,379 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 36,608 miles

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

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

small cut on rear tyre

Pass 8 May 2012 36,582 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 31,350 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 28,153 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 23,910 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 19,346 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 15,486 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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DV03 ZRA is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,553 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 DV03 ZRA, 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 DV03 ZRA registered?

DV03 ZRA is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is DV03 ZRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV03 ZRA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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