CarVerify

Free Car Check

LM03 KOX

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,133 mi
Last recorded49,133 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 KOX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 49,133 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 49,047 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 46,766 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2021 46,766 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 41,475 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 35,682 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 29,972 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 22,739 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 18,235 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 18,092 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 17,879 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 17,658 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 17,172 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 15,902 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 13,218 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 12,102 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 12,102 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2008 10,871 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2007 9,737 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 8,503 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
Full Honda VFR800 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LM03 KOX 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 90%.

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 LM03 KOX, 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

How do I check the history of LM03 KOX?

You can check the full history of LM03 KOX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LM03 KOX registered?

LM03 KOX is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is LM03 KOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM03 KOX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM03 KOX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LM03 KOX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.