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PL03 KXS

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

20,612 mi
Last recorded20,612 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 KXS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 20,612 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 20,107 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 18,730 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 17,047 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 15,433 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 14,326 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 13,958 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2020 13,958 miles

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

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

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 May 2019 12,550 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2017 11,737 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 10,965 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 10,501 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 9,358 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 6,998 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 3,814 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 3,635 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 3,439 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 KXS is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KXS, 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 KXS registered?

PL03 KXS is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is PL03 KXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 KXS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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