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OE03 EMJ

2003 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

48,361 mi
Last recorded48,361 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 EMJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 48,361 miles
Pass 19 May 2024 48,262 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 48,085 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 47,881 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 47,629 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 47,349 miles

Central Lower Exhaust slightly loose Clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 46,223 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 44,378 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 42,480 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 40,864 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 34,835 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 30,365 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 26,076 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 25,663 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 2 Jul 2011 22,589 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

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

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 22,589 miles

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

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 20,363 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 17,822 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 15,654 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 12,512 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 10,289 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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OE03 EMJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 OE03 EMJ, 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 OE03 EMJ registered?

OE03 EMJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is OE03 EMJ safe to buy?

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