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EF03 AAU

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

56,526 mi
Last recorded56,526 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 AAU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 56,526 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 53,881 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 53,881 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 53,473 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 10 Jul 2017 53,473 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 51,968 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 14 Jul 2016 51,968 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 48,653 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 45,022 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 45,022 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 42,282 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 42,282 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 May 2012 38,930 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2011 35,677 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 32,718 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 28,944 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 25,398 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 23,126 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 19,335 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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EF03 AAU is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,460 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 VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EF03 AAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF03 AAU registered?

EF03 AAU is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 7 June 2003.

Is EF03 AAU safe to buy?

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