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LM03 XBA

2003 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,661 mi
Last recorded47,661 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 XBA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2021 47,661 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 47,150 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 45,493 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 1.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Oct 2018 45,492 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

1 Tail Light Not Working.

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 42,812 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 38,324 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 May 2016 36,785 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 33,022 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 May 2014 30,309 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 27,410 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 24,650 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Mar 2011 20,897 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 20,103 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 20,103 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 13 May 2008 19,811 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 19,244 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 XBA is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XBA, 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 XBA registered?

LM03 XBA is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 24 June 2003.

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