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RF03 LFR

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,828 mi
Last recorded20,828 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 LFR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2026 20,828 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2025 20,545 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 20,434 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 20,185 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 20,106 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 19,840 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 19,268 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 18,827 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 18,669 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 18,397 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 17,889 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 17,071 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2014 16,122 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 15,797 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 15,341 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 14,904 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 14,027 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 12,933 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 11,632 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 7,831 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 5,041 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 Sp?

Based on 25,488 MOT tests across 2,406 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 269
reflector on motorcycle missing 174
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 155
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 138
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 110
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RF03 LFR is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 13,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 Sp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF03 LFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 Sp typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VTR1000 Sp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF03 LFR registered?

RF03 LFR is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is RF03 LFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 LFR shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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