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FJ03 PHZ

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,377 mi
Last recorded30,377 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 PHZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 30,377 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 25,447 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 19,948 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 14,209 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 9,209 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 9,016 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 8,962 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 8,452 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 8,452 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 7,678 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 7,505 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 7,497 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 7,434 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 7,286 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 7,091 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 6,917 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 6,629 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 6,629 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 6,415 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 5,793 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2009 5,793 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2008 5,126 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 4,347 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 3,541 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 PHZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PHZ, 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 FJ03 PHZ registered?

FJ03 PHZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is FJ03 PHZ safe to buy?

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