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LM03 MOV

2003 Honda VFR800A

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

63,976 mi
Last recorded63,976 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 MOV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 63,976 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 63,820 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 63,632 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 63,194 miles

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

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable clip on handlebars not aligned same also locating pegs not located (2.2.1 (c) (i))

various fairing fasteners missing (both sides)

Fail 9 Jul 2022 63,194 miles

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

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable clip on handlebars not aligned same also locating pegs not located (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

various fairing fasteners missing (both sides)

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 60,056 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 13 May 2021 60,021 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 7 May 2021 60,003 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 17 Apr 2021 59,993 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2020 59,759 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Forks slightly corroded Pitting To Both Stanchions But Not Leaking (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight Pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 58,597 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 57,019 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 16 Mar 2018 57,019 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 54,770 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 54,238 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 54,230 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 39,024 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 27,360 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 27,360 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

rear number plate light not working

Pass 15 Mar 2012 27,337 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 27,337 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 27,053 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 24,772 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 19,246 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 19,205 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 15,298 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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LM03 MOV is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,460 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 VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM03 MOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LM03 MOV registered?

LM03 MOV is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 7 June 2003.

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