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ET03 BXJ

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

36,680 mi
Last recorded36,680 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET03 BXJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 36,680 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 36,382 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 36,304 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 35,524 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 34,931 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2020 34,191 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 33,975 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 33,681 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 32,932 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 32,475 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 31,616 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 30,117 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 25,321 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 22,749 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 22,589 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 21,924 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2007 21,114 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2007 21,114 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2006 19,105 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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ET03 BXJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 ET03 BXJ, 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 ET03 BXJ registered?

ET03 BXJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is ET03 BXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET03 BXJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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