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LB03 CRV

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,571 mi
Last recorded49,571 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 CRV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2021 49,571 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2021 49,571 miles

Rear Brake caliper has no reserve travel and braking performance affected calliper and brake pedel siezed (1.1.16 (e) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 42,359 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 40,712 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 34,878 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2016 33,725 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 29,966 miles

abs light on

Fail 20 Mar 2015 29,966 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

abs light on

Pass 10 Mar 2014 27,605 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 27,372 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 27,372 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2012 24,746 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 22,263 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 20,388 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 20,388 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2009 18,996 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 17,627 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 15,783 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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LB03 CRV 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 77.8%.

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 LB03 CRV, 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 LB03 CRV registered?

LB03 CRV is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is LB03 CRV safe to buy?

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