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DX03 BVM

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,813 mi
Last recorded49,813 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 BVM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 49,813 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 49,275 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 48,771 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 47,968 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 44,974 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 44,974 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 40,597 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 35,295 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 29,349 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 28,354 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 25,025 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 22,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 20,294 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 17,396 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 14,799 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust clamp missing

Fail 16 Aug 2010 14,799 miles

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

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

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

Rear exhaust clamp missing

Pass 17 Aug 2009 13,337 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 11,195 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 9,642 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 8,100 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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DX03 BVM is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc 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 DX03 BVM, 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 DX03 BVM registered?

DX03 BVM is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 5 April 2003.

Is DX03 BVM safe to buy?

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