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GJ03 HYW

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

27,578 mi
Last recorded27,578 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ03 HYW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 27,578 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Feb 2026 27,578 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 27,430 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 26,963 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 26,223 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 24,980 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 24,185 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 23,651 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 22,571 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 21,100 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 19,972 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 18,236 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 16,959 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 15,949 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 14,549 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 13,719 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 11,936 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 10,480 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 85,725 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 6,620 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 3,472 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 1,021 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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GJ03 HYW is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 GJ03 HYW, 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 GJ03 HYW registered?

GJ03 HYW is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 2 April 2003.

Is GJ03 HYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ03 HYW shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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