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GL03 AKF

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,550 mi
Last recorded45,550 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 AKF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 45,550 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 45,203 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2020 45,203 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Stop lamp showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 42,101 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 37,915 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 37,848 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 28,815 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 23,223 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 16,613 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 14,306 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear seat cover fitted at time of test

Fail 28 Oct 2013 14,306 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear seat cover fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Oct 2012 11,815 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 11,025 miles

the exhaust that is fitted is not a o.e. part,

Pass 8 Oct 2010 7,746 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 6,190 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2008 4,840 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 1,869 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 1,838 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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GL03 AKF 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 83.3%.

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 GL03 AKF, 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 GL03 AKF registered?

GL03 AKF is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 3 May 2003.

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