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LS03 OEY

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

18,218 mi
Last recorded18,218 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 OEY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 18,218 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 17,495 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 17,108 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 15,755 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 14,475 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 13,998 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 13,467 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 13,430 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2018 13,430 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2017 13,430 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 13,036 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 12,205 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 10,867 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 9,688 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 6,724 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 5,175 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 861 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 685 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 577 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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LS03 OEY is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OEY, 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 OEY registered?

LS03 OEY is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 7 June 2003.

Is LS03 OEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 OEY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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