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PL03 HVY

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

60,665 mi
Last recorded60,665 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 HVY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2023 60,665 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 60,640 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 59,812 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 59,812 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 58,528 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 56,352 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 54,260 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 52,440 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 51,557 miles

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 27 Aug 2015 50,007 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 48,282 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 48,275 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 46,114 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

irregular wear to front tyre

Pass 17 Jul 2012 39,550 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 34,461 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 31,212 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 24,677 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 24,674 miles

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

Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 22,323 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 17,899 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 11,997 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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 HVY is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 HVY, 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 HVY registered?

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

Is PL03 HVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 HVY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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