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FX03 YXW

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

57,955 mi
Last recorded57,955 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 YXW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 57,955 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 57,521 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 57,180 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 56,365 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 55,444 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 54,977 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 54,963 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 53,589 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 52,725 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 47,406 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 46,030 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 44,747 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 39,499 miles

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 31,664 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 22,630 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 13,211 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 8,065 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 5,524 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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FX03 YXW is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FX03 YXW, 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 FX03 YXW registered?

FX03 YXW is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 8 March 2003.

Is FX03 YXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX03 YXW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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