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NY03 DGU

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,892 mi
Last recorded30,892 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY03 DGU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 30,892 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 29,246 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 28,874 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 28,792 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 28,768 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 28,456 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 28,300 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 27,685 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 26,871 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 25,609 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 22,648 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 20,739 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 19,486 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 18,204 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 17,045 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 15,624 miles

Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 15,624 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 14,277 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 11,231 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 8,252 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2006 6,127 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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NY03 DGU is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NY03 DGU, 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 NY03 DGU registered?

NY03 DGU is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is NY03 DGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NY03 DGU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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