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RJ03 LUP

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

10,370 mi
Last recorded10,370 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ03 LUP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 10,370 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 10,313 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notch in centre position (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 10,307 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 10,144 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 10,100 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 10,041 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 10,041 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 9,906 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 9,440 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 8,563 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 8,400 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 8,365 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 8,171 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 7,982 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 7,982 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 7,969 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 7,927 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 6,947 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 1 May 2008 6,052 miles

Exhaust silencer clamp broken

Number plate light not working

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Slight play in rear wheel axle bearing

Pass 1 May 2008 6,052 miles

Exhaust silencer clamp broken

Number plate light not working

Slight play in rear wheel axle bearing

Pass 24 Apr 2007 5,331 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 3,749 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 LUP is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LUP, 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 LUP registered?

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

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