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HX03 HPU

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

28,889 mi
Last recorded28,889 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 HPU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 28,889 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 24,123 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 22,730 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 20,976 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 18,756 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 18,756 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 17,163 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2020 17,163 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 13,434 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 11,138 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 7,698 miles

Near Side handlebar spacer insecure

Pass 19 Mar 2016 10,832 miles

nail in front tyre

nail in rear tyre

Fail 17 Mar 2015 10,271 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 10,271 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 10,106 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 9,747 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 8,028 miles

headlight beam pattern poor

Pass 9 May 2008 6,406 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 5,094 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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HX03 HPU is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HX03 HPU, 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 HX03 HPU registered?

HX03 HPU is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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