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EK03 UVS

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,146 mi
Last recorded28,146 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 UVS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 28,146 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 27,956 miles

exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 27 Nov 2020 27,956 miles

Front Brake lever excessively worn (1.1.15 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 22 May 2018 27,869 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2018 27,869 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 27,836 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2016 27,550 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 27,302 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 27,078 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 26,907 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2012 26,388 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 25,601 miles

N/S headlight dip beam inoperative

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 25,600 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2010 24,114 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 20,025 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 15,907 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2007 15,907 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 14,045 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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EK03 UVS is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EK03 UVS, 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 EK03 UVS registered?

EK03 UVS is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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The MOT history for EK03 UVS shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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