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LT03 BDX

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

52,856 mi
Last recorded52,856 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT03 BDX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2024 52,856 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 52,741 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 52,686 miles

Front oil lines corroded.

Fail 17 Oct 2022 52,686 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Front oil lines corroded.

Pass 4 Oct 2021 52,629 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 52,577 miles

Oil cooler lines corroded.

Fail 7 Oct 2020 52,577 miles

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

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

Oil cooler lines corroded.

Pass 4 Apr 2019 52,437 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 52,357 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 51,884 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 48,416 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2015 48,416 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 47,537 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 30 Jul 2013 45,302 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 42,330 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 35,500 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 28,967 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

clamp missing on exhaust.

Pass 8 Mar 2007 14,946 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 8,762 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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LT03 BDX 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 84.2%.

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 LT03 BDX, 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 LT03 BDX registered?

LT03 BDX is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 20 March 2003.

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