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GX03 MVR

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

76,500 mi
Last recorded76,500 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 MVR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 76,500 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 76,217 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 76,217 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 75,221 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 70,174 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 64,652 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 16 May 2018 64,648 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 57,635 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 49,622 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 15 Jul 2015 49,622 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 42,095 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Number plate light not illuminating

Side stand loose

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 34,252 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2012 29,452 miles

Front tyre wearing unevenly.

Pass 25 May 2011 25,111 miles

Front Brakes Binding very Slightly

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2010 22,379 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 21 May 2010 22,377 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 May 2009 19,225 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 16,380 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 7,333 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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GX03 MVR is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GX03 MVR, 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 GX03 MVR registered?

GX03 MVR is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 8 March 2003.

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