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KW03 BCE

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,338 mi
Last recorded40,338 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW03 BCE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2020 40,338 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2020 40,338 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure cantilever suspension pivot bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2019 39,430 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2019 39,430 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2018 39,208 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 38,405 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 38,405 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 35,872 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 30,417 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 29,935 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 28,388 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 27,750 miles

Number plate light inoperative.

One tail light bulb inoperative.

Pass 23 Apr 2011 21,655 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 20,095 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 17,910 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 15,431 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 12,833 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

number plate lamp not working

rear back-up side lamp not working

Pass 22 Jun 2006 3,002 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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KW03 BCE is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,460 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 VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KW03 BCE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KW03 BCE registered?

KW03 BCE is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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