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PL03 FRK

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

82,916 mi
Last recorded82,916 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 FRK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 82,916 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 82,295 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 81,730 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 80,752 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 78,954 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 76,002 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 74,177 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 70,256 miles

Rear Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2017 66,952 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Jan 2016 61,967 miles

Centre Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively BOTTOM SUSPENSION LINK BUSH (2.4.A2a(i))

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

nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Jan 2015 54,792 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 54,782 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 47,459 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 46,582 miles

number plate light innop

Pass 28 May 2012 44,366 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 44,262 miles

Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 May 2011 41,220 miles

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

Rear tyre has been plugged

Pass 21 May 2010 38,856 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 35,042 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 31,015 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 18,456 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 12,395 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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PL03 FRK is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PL03 FRK, 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 PL03 FRK registered?

PL03 FRK is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is PL03 FRK safe to buy?

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