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MK03 KGU

2003 Honda VFR800 Fi

Blue Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,963 mi
Last recorded28,963 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800 Fi18,101 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK03 KGU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 28,963 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 24,352 miles

Aftermarket headlamp surround melting but not affecting beam pattern

Exhaust heat shield deteriorated

Hydraulic fluids old and dark

Pass 17 Mar 2016 18,340 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2016 18,340 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 18,081 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2015 18,080 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 17,428 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 16,060 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 15,562 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 15,562 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 13,961 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2010 13,919 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 11,262 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 10,655 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 9,512 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 6,716 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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MK03 KGU is a 2003 Honda VFR800 Fi in Blue with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 18,101 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 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK03 KGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK03 KGU registered?

MK03 KGU is a 2003 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is MK03 KGU safe to buy?

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