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PL03 FZJ

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,747 mi
Last recorded69,747 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 FZJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 69,747 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 Jun 2017 69,747 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 61,484 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 61,484 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

pass switch sticking

Pass 10 Apr 2015 59,091 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 57,249 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 55,963 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 52,054 miles

early signs of corrosion to all brake line banjos

Pass 11 Mar 2010 47,430 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 42,827 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 37,344 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 31,011 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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 FZJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PL03 FZJ, 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.

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What year was PL03 FZJ registered?

PL03 FZJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 5 June 2003.

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