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LM03 SZE

2003 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

39,160 mi
Last recorded39,160 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 SZE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 39,160 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2019 39,127 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2018 34,256 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 34,256 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 33,849 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 31,845 miles

REAR TYRE HAS BEEN REPAIRED

Pass 6 Apr 2013 29,424 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 28,545 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 28,492 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 27,071 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 21,889 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 19,774 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 15,567 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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LM03 SZE is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LM03 SZE, 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 LM03 SZE registered?

LM03 SZE is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is LM03 SZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM03 SZE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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