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ML03 VVC

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

33,997 mi
Last recorded33,997 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML03 VVC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 33,997 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 33,087 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 32,040 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 31,931 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 31,584 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 29,153 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 25,578 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 24,990 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 23,281 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 231,213 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 23,003 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 22,666 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 22,407 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 21,956 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 21,956 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 18,861 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 14,942 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 11,889 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 11,081 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 9,906 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 9,906 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 7,428 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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ML03 VVC is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ML03 VVC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ML03 VVC registered?

ML03 VVC is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is ML03 VVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML03 VVC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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