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FJ03 OJL

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

59,618 mi
Last recorded59,618 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 OJL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 59,618 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 58,708 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 58,702 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 49,349 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 47,586 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 41,461 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 41,429 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 40,402 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 39,771 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 37,781 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2013 37,781 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 4 May 2012 36,940 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 36,929 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 35,642 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 35,631 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 33,055 miles

top rear position lamp not working

Fail 9 Nov 2009 33,055 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

top rear position lamp not working

Pass 13 Nov 2008 30,464 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 30,464 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 25,860 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 25,267 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 19,859 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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FJ03 OJL is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 FJ03 OJL, 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 FJ03 OJL registered?

FJ03 OJL is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 22 April 2003.

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The MOT history for FJ03 OJL shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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