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P18 PWW

2003 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

49,284 mi
Last recorded49,284 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP18 PWW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 49,284 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 47,757 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2024 46,317 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 45,502 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 45,493 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2022 44,149 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2021 43,476 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 42,577 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 41,957 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 41,957 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 41,224 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 39,482 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 39,476 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 38,313 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 38,267 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 36,509 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 25 Feb 2013 35,229 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 33,672 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 31,990 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 31,980 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 28,867 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 26,182 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 23,530 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 19,853 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 15,655 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 15,538 miles

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

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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P18 PWW is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P18 PWW, 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 P18 PWW registered?

P18 PWW is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is P18 PWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P18 PWW shows 26 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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