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J300 VFR

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,136 mi
Last recorded36,136 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ300 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 36,136 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 33,290 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 31,201 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 29,757 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 28,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Oil cooler pipes corroding

Fail 10 Mar 2021 28,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Oil cooler pipes corroding

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 26,419 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Jun 2020 26,419 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 26,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 25,790 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 25,210 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 23,939 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 22,101 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2015 21,477 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 19,380 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Lower Exhaust Clamp is Missing but Exhaust System is not leaking and is still fully functioning

Pass 9 Mar 2013 15,963 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 14,211 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2012 14,211 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2011 12,715 miles

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2009 11,107 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 8,870 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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J300 VFR 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 85.7%.

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 J300 VFR, 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 J300 VFR registered?

J300 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 18 October 2003.

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The MOT history for J300 VFR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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