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OV03 LLW

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

26,888 mi
Last recorded26,888 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 LLW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 26,888 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 26,706 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Rear pads low 1.2mm (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 26,627 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 25,737 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 24,580 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 21,066 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 21,059 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 19,176 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 15,710 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 15,710 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 13,969 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 13,638 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 13,374 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2013 13,193 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 12,801 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 12,801 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 11,239 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 11,239 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 10,224 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 7,371 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 6,762 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 6,762 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 6,059 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 5,678 miles

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

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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OV03 LLW is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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

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 OV03 LLW, 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 OV03 LLW registered?

OV03 LLW is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is OV03 LLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV03 LLW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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