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GIG 6042

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,630 mi
Last recorded38,630 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIG 6042
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 38,630 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 36,685 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 35,684 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 35,684 miles

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 33,976 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 32,360 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 32,343 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2020 31,577 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 29,397 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 25,948 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 25,581 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 23,942 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 22,194 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 17,463 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 17,463 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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GIG 6042 is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GIG 6042, 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 GIG 6042 registered?

GIG 6042 is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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