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RA03 HXN

2003 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,607 mi
Last recorded18,607 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800 Fi18,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA03 HXN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 18,607 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 18,479 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 17,726 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 17,271 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 17,248 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 17,150 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 31 Jul 2020 17,123 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 16,724 miles

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

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 16,593 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

R/H luggage rack lower bracket loose.

Pass 8 Jun 2017 16,497 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 11,825 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 11,825 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 10,170 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 9,610 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 8,915 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 7,681 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 334 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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RA03 HXN is a 2003 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 18,101 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA03 HXN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA03 HXN registered?

RA03 HXN is a 2003 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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The MOT history for RA03 HXN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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