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RJ03 LUR

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,737 mi
Last recorded35,737 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ03 LUR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2023 35,737 miles

Front front fork seals slight misting

Pass 2 Jun 2022 34,751 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 32,402 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 31,195 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 30,062 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 28,738 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 26,942 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 7 Apr 2014 25,635 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 25,635 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 25,508 miles

front and rear tyre valves have slight crazing around the stem

front wheel has a slight flat on the right hand side

Pass 6 Jun 2011 25,440 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 24,579 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 21,267 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 18,871 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 16,358 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 8,812 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 LUR is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LUR, 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 LUR registered?

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

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