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PN03 NVR

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

58,061 mi
Last recorded58,061 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN03 NVR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 58,061 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 56,249 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2021 56,168 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 52,589 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust slightly loose clamp missing x 2 (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Dec 2018 51,940 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit right on limits would recomend change as soon as possible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 50,494 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2016 49,792 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 Dec 2016 49,792 miles

Central Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 47,813 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 44,009 miles

Front oil cooler pipes corroded.

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 44,009 miles

Front oil cooler pipes corroded.

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 36,830 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 32,095 miles

Number plate light not working

Pass 30 Jul 2011 22,159 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 19,653 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 13 Jul 2010 19,653 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 18,382 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 17,242 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 15,031 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 15,031 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 13,258 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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PN03 NVR 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 76.2%.

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 PN03 NVR, 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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PN03 NVR is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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