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HF03 EYV

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

63,489 mi
Last recorded63,489 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 EYV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 63,489 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 61,535 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Feb 2025 61,535 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front tyre worn uneven

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 58,333 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 53,656 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 53,656 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 53,545 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 53,032 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 50,042 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2018 48,207 miles

Nearside Indicator switch faulty Switch has to be held in on position (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2018 48,207 miles

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

Nearside Indicator switch faulty Switch has to be held in on position (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 33,125 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 32,426 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 31,906 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 28,429 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 28,429 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 28,353 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 27,915 miles

Rear number plate small crack!

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 26,699 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 23,293 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 19,993 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 19,988 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 17,140 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 8,583 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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HF03 EYV is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 HF03 EYV, 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 HF03 EYV registered?

HF03 EYV is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 4 April 2003.

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