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RE03 VGM

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

34,354 mi
Last recorded34,354 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE03 VGM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 34,354 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 33,561 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 32,512 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 32,440 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 32,440 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 32,353 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 31,931 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 29,957 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 27,760 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 25,449 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 24,575 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 23,310 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Apr 2014 23,310 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2013 23,210 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 22,943 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 22,633 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 19,464 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 12,946 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 11,683 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 10,211 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 7,992 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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RE03 VGM is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc 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 RE03 VGM, 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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What year was RE03 VGM registered?

RE03 VGM is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 9 April 2003.

Is RE03 VGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE03 VGM 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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