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PL03 VFX

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

49,831 mi
Last recorded49,831 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 VFX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 49,831 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 49,410 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 47,680 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 46,720 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 45,749 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 43,786 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 40,621 miles

Front tyre has slightly uneven wear

Fail 12 Oct 2017 40,621 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front tyre has slightly uneven wear

Pass 23 Jul 2011 37,579 miles

Front R?H indicator not secure

Pass 15 Jul 2010 34,986 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 26,948 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 15,921 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 11,339 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 9,604 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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PL03 VFX is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL03 VFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL03 VFX registered?

PL03 VFX is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is PL03 VFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 VFX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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