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LB03 YLA

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

14,688 mi
Last recorded14,688 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 YLA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 14,688 miles

oil cooler pipes rusted

Pass 1 Aug 2022 14,647 miles

oil cooler pipes rusted

Pass 28 Jul 2021 14,492 miles

oil cooler pipes rusted

Pass 1 Jul 2020 14,350 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 14,078 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 13,265 miles

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both forks (5.3.2 (b))

chain dry

Pass 19 Jun 2017 12,468 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

Pass 18 May 2016 11,905 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 11,905 miles

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

exhaust clamp broken

Pass 16 May 2015 11,159 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 10,655 miles

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

exhaust joint clamp condition

Pass 24 Apr 2013 8,586 miles

chain condition

exhaust clamp condition

Pass 18 Oct 2011 8,364 miles

chain condition

Pass 7 Jul 2010 8,272 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 8,189 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 6,724 miles

exhaust clamp condition

rear disc pads condition

Pass 13 Jul 2007 6,378 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 5,953 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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LB03 YLA is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LB03 YLA, 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 LB03 YLA registered?

LB03 YLA is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 19 July 2003.

Is LB03 YLA safe to buy?

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