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MT03 OXB

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

43,966 mi
Last recorded43,966 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT03 OXB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 43,966 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 43,547 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2024 43,501 miles

Central Front Lower Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Upper Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2023 42,181 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 41,022 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 40,547 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 40,547 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2019 40,048 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 39,051 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 38,126 miles

Central Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 37,317 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play Slight Notch (2.2.2)

Central Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 36,657 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 35,661 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 33,441 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 32,358 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 32,358 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 31,662 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 31,662 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 30,337 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 26,061 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 23,189 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2008 23,189 miles

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

Upper Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2007 19,476 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 13,992 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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MT03 OXB is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 MT03 OXB, 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 MT03 OXB registered?

MT03 OXB is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 4 June 2003.

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The MOT history for MT03 OXB shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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