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OU03 JVN

2003 Honda Sfx

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

14,207 mi
Last recorded14,207 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda Sfx7,749 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 JVN
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 14,207 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jun 2025 14,207 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating Lever notchy when applied (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 12,955 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 12,568 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 10,999 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front wheel bearings slightly rough

Pass 4 Apr 2016 10,115 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2016 10,108 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 9,837 miles

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

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

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 5,852 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 4,125 miles

forks twisted

Fail 14 Mar 2013 4,124 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

forks twisted

Pass 20 Aug 2010 3,795 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 1,667 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Sfx?

Based on 9,316 MOT tests across 1,535 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 207
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 187
Tyre tread not clearly visible 173
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 115
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OU03 JVN is a 2003 Honda Sfx in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Honda Sfx models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 7,749 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 Sfx fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU03 JVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sfx typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Sfx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU03 JVN registered?

OU03 JVN is a 2003 Honda Sfx, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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The MOT history for OU03 JVN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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