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RJ03 MLK

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

31,958 mi
Last recorded31,958 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ03 MLK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 31,958 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 30,410 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 29,027 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 28,292 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 27,060 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 26,998 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 May 2021 26,998 miles

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 May 2018 26,981 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 26,957 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 26,584 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 24,784 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 20,987 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 17,426 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 16,898 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 16,178 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 15,215 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 12,866 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 9,724 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 6,133 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 MLK is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 MLK, 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.

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What year was RJ03 MLK registered?

RJ03 MLK is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 10 April 2003.

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