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PL03 HVS

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,863 mi
Last recorded29,863 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 HVS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 29,863 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 27,254 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 23,681 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 23,656 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2018 20,809 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 19,669 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 17,444 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 16,220 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2014 15,128 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 13,575 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 13,201 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 11,028 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 10,888 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 7,304 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 4,940 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 4,756 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 3,534 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 3,533 miles

Rear 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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PL03 HVS is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HVS, 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 HVS registered?

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

Is PL03 HVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 HVS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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