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LC03 RVK

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,253 mi
Last recorded21,253 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 RVK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 21,253 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2026 21,221 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2025 18,993 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 15,982 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 14,894 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 14,088 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 14,088 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 12,646 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 12,546 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 12,154 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 11,788 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 8,922 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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LC03 RVK is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LC03 RVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC03 RVK registered?

LC03 RVK is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is LC03 RVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 RVK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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