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LX03 ZXL

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

43,158 mi
Last recorded43,158 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 ZXL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2026 43,158 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both left and right (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2025 42,755 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 42,755 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 42,177 miles

Battery loose , battery cant fall out but the strap is missing.

Centre exhaust clamp missing , exhaust is seized in place.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2024 42,177 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Battery loose , battery cant fall out but the strap is missing.

Centre exhaust clamp missing , exhaust is seized in place.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 41,412 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Apr 2023 41,406 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 39,854 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 38,169 miles

Brake binding but not excessively Both brakes rubbing (1.2.1 (f))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Central notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy Standard can but very loud (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 38,169 miles

Brake binding but not excessively Both brakes rubbing (1.2.1 (f))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Central notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy Standard can but very loud (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 36,847 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 28,351 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 25,722 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

headlamp beam image deteriorated

Pass 17 Jun 2016 23,789 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 22,253 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 21,290 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 20,265 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 18,220 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 15,402 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 10,112 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 7,584 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 7,466 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2006 5,633 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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LX03 ZXL is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LX03 ZXL, 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 LX03 ZXL registered?

LX03 ZXL is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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