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OE03 ZXV

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,753 mi
Last recorded48,753 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 ZXV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2024 48,753 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 48,748 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 48,702 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 48,702 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 47,972 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 47,310 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 46,254 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 46,240 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 45,508 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play Slightly notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 44,848 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 44,139 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 42,938 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 41,899 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 41,378 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 35,694 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 23,151 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 9,504 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 9,219 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 6,684 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 3,417 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 2,506 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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OE03 ZXV is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OE03 ZXV, 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 OE03 ZXV registered?

OE03 ZXV is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is OE03 ZXV safe to buy?

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