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OE03 ZWU

2003 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,648 mi
Last recorded21,648 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 ZWU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 21,648 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 21,627 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 21,291 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 20,316 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 18,703 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 17,466 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 16,765 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 16,058 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 13,962 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 12,173 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 6,512 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 4,774 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 2,985 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 487 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 ZWU is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZWU, 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 ZWU registered?

OE03 ZWU is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 30 July 2003.

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