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GL03 WHC

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

25,690 mi
Last recorded25,690 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 WHC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 25,690 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 24,873 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 May 2024 24,208 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 23,182 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 22,440 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 22,440 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 21,401 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 19,931 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 17,141 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 16,462 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 15,526 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 14,204 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 13,660 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 13,660 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 May 2011 12,458 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 11,253 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 8,073 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 6,488 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 6,112 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 WHC is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GL03 WHC, 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 GL03 WHC registered?

GL03 WHC is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is GL03 WHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 WHC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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