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LS03 OEM

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

45,121 mi
Last recorded45,121 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 OEM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 45,121 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 44,663 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 41,863 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 May 2021 35,995 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 35,771 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 35,770 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick to metal (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2019 32,347 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 31,464 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2017 30,746 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 29,543 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 29,543 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 27,073 miles

rear brake lever is slightly bent.

Pass 9 Aug 2014 23,859 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 22,888 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 36,624 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 36,624 miles

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

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 21,477 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

nearside low beam not working

Pass 15 Jul 2010 17,688 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 13,700 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008
Pass 23 Jun 2007 8,973 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 7,776 miles

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

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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LS03 OEM is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LS03 OEM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS03 OEM registered?

LS03 OEM is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is LS03 OEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 OEM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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