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RJ03 LUA

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,387 mi
Last recorded43,387 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ03 LUA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2025 43,387 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 43,380 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2023 43,261 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 43,185 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 42,931 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 42,719 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 42,334 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 41,893 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 41,192 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 40,729 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 40,344 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 39,397 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 2 Feb 2013 37,192 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 30,744 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 24,071 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 18,282 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 15,097 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 10,123 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 8,188 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 6,495 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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RJ03 LUA is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ03 LUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RJ03 LUA registered?

RJ03 LUA is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is RJ03 LUA safe to buy?

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