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MD03 SSV

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

18,569 mi
Last recorded18,569 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD03 SSV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 18,569 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 18,569 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 18,379 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 18,123 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2022 18,123 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2021 18,029 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 17,602 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 17,602 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 16,855 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2,5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2018 16,106 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 14,575 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 14,194 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 13,123 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 10,727 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 8,900 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 8,863 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 8,640 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 8,223 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 7,956 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 12,126 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2007 7,163 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 5,980 miles

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

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

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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MD03 SSV is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 MD03 SSV, 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 MD03 SSV registered?

MD03 SSV is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is MD03 SSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD03 SSV 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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