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LG03 VWS

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,277 mi
Last recorded42,277 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 VWS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 42,277 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2024 37,885 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 May 2024 37,881 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2023 35,933 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipes (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 33,979 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

engine misfiring

Pass 9 Mar 2021 33,631 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 30,294 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 25,620 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 25,169 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 22,134 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 22,134 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 5 Mar 2010 17,420 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 17,420 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 11,633 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 11,633 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 7,123 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 20 Jun 2007 7,123 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 3,511 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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LG03 VWS is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LG03 VWS, 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 LG03 VWS registered?

LG03 VWS is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LG03 VWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 VWS shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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