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ML03 VUT

2003 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

64,045 mi
Last recorded64,045 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML03 VUT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 64,045 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 63,582 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 62,894 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 61,732 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 59,474 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 50,203 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 50,194 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2019 34,271 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 30,698 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 29,171 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 27,408 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 26,435 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 26,435 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 24,402 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 24,170 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 24,029 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 23,140 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 12 Apr 2010 23,140 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Number plate light not working

Pass 3 Apr 2009 22,555 miles

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

Number plate light not working

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 19,260 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 15,416 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 15,416 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 12,153 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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ML03 VUT is a 2003 Honda VFR800A 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 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 ML03 VUT, 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 ML03 VUT registered?

ML03 VUT is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is ML03 VUT safe to buy?

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