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RF03 LJK

2003 Honda VTR1000 F

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

29,915 mi
Last recorded29,915 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 F15,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 LJK
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 29,915 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 28,459 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 28,194 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 27,792 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 27,533 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 27,339 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 27,339 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 27,173 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 26,484 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Lower Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 25,962 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 25,520 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 25,520 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2014 24,681 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 24,118 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 23,296 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 22,371 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 21,444 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 18,857 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 15,283 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 10,347 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 10,091 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 10,091 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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RF03 LJK is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 15,304 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 VTR1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF03 LJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RF03 LJK registered?

RF03 LJK is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 26 August 2003.

Is RF03 LJK safe to buy?

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