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FJ03 RUY

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

19,039 mi
Last recorded19,039 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 RUY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 19,039 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 19,039 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 18,911 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 18,900 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) contaminated contaminated with oil from failed OS fork seal (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Oil leaked out and contaminated OS brake pads & brake disk (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Upper Rear grab rail loose but not likely to become detached.

Nearside Front Upper Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Upper Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 18,394 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 18,291 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 16,395 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 15,795 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 12,855 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2013 12,855 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 10,583 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 8,845 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 7,026 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 6,353 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 5,498 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 5,067 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 RUY is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RUY, 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 RUY registered?

FJ03 RUY is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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The MOT history for FJ03 RUY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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