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LD03 BXU

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

24,729 mi
Last recorded24,729 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD03 BXU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 24,729 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 24,154 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 24,154 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 22,814 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 22,554 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 May 2019 21,138 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2018 20,938 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 20,607 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 20,607 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 5 May 2016 20,368 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 19,897 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 18,813 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 17,820 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 8 Jun 2012 17,073 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 15,303 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 13,448 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 11,398 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 8,369 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2007 8,369 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 7,407 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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LD03 BXU is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LD03 BXU, 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 LD03 BXU registered?

LD03 BXU is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is LD03 BXU safe to buy?

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