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FM03 TNL

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

18,746 mi
Last recorded18,746 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 TNL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2019 18,746 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2019 18,746 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2016 18,541 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2015 17,835 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2014 17,621 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 17,119 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 17,119 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 14,633 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 13,562 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 13,562 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 10,486 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 10,486 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 7,583 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 6,569 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 5,942 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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FM03 TNL is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FM03 TNL, 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 FM03 TNL registered?

FM03 TNL is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is FM03 TNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 TNL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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