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RJ03 XWK

2003 Honda VFR800A

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

21,441 mi
Last recorded21,441 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ03 XWK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2021 21,441 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 21,439 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2016 21,435 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 21,138 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 21,008 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2014 21,007 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 30 May 2013 19,421 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2012 17,757 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 15,120 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 14,905 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 Jun 2010 14,905 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 May 2009 14,698 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 13,499 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 13,011 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 13,011 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2006 10,771 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 XWK is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 XWK, 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 XWK registered?

RJ03 XWK is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 13 May 2003.

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