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GU03 TCZ

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

23,660 mi
Last recorded23,660 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 TCZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 23,660 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 22,889 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 22,782 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front tyre wearing a little unevenly

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 22,690 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 22,445 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 22,187 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 22,187 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 22,117 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 22,023 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 21,421 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 20,632 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 19,708 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 19,293 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 18,826 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 18,826 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 18,107 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 17,182 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 16,232 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 13,541 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 11,270 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 5,636 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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GU03 TCZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 GU03 TCZ, 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 GU03 TCZ registered?

GU03 TCZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is GU03 TCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 TCZ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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