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NX03 HBL

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

50,127 mi
Last recorded50,127 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX03 HBL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 50,127 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 50,121 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 49,428 miles

Front Outer BAR END MISSING

Rear Outer FRONT FOOT PEG BENT

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2024 49,428 miles

Front Outer Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Outer Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Outer BAR END MISSING

Rear Outer FRONT FOOT PEG BENT

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 49,333 miles

Outer bar end missing

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 48,334 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 44,377 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 40,861 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 40,004 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 40,004 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 39,525 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 39,314 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 38,602 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

clip on handle bars not fitted correctly

Pass 7 Apr 2011 37,360 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 36,043 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 30,332 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 23,017 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 16,197 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 12,622 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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NX03 HBL is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 NX03 HBL, 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 NX03 HBL registered?

NX03 HBL is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 29 March 2003.

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