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FY03 VBA

2003 Honda VFR800

Purple Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,294 mi
Last recorded56,294 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 VBA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 56,294 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 56,294 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 56,080 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 56,080 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 54,944 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 53,915 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 53,026 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 50,458 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 50,458 miles

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

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2016 47,729 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 44,796 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 39,601 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 30,982 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 18,673 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 17,850 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2011 17,850 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 17,181 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 16,441 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2007 14,095 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 13,151 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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FY03 VBA is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Purple with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY03 VBA, 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 FY03 VBA registered?

FY03 VBA is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 27 May 2003.

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