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PL03 FKY

2003 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

38,740 mi
Last recorded38,740 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda Vfr18,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 FKY
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 38,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 36,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 33,676 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 33,674 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2018 33,164 miles

number plate light not working

Fail 9 May 2018 33,164 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

number plate light not working

Pass 14 Apr 2017 31,154 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 27,789 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Both sets of front pads below 2mm need changing (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose Needs adjusting (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 23,850 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 19,372 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 15,408 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 11,801 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2010 9,916 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 6,983 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 5,221 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 2,776 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 2,776 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr?

Based on 41,575 MOT tests across 5,815 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,191
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 222
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 161
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
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PL03 FKY is a 2003 Honda Vfr in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 18,897 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vfr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL03 FKY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Vfr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL03 FKY registered?

PL03 FKY is a 2003 Honda Vfr, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is PL03 FKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 FKY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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