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LA03 DDL

2003 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

44,002 mi
Last recorded44,002 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 DDL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 44,002 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 42,620 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 41,725 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 39,776 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 37,640 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 37,635 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2021 37,635 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2020 37,164 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 36,930 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 35,315 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 34,908 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 34,755 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 33,695 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 33,691 miles

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

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

front and rear brake pads worn to excess

Pass 9 Jul 2012 30,632 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2012 30,632 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 23,300 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 19,097 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 15,006 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 13,316 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 8,373 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 5,858 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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LA03 DDL is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LA03 DDL, 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 LA03 DDL registered?

LA03 DDL is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 July 2003.

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The MOT history for LA03 DDL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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