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RL03 BDZ

2003 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,502 mi
Last recorded22,502 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL03 BDZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2025 22,502 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 21,992 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 21,932 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 21,488 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 21,487 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 20,550 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 20,133 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2016 19,386 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 19,412 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 May 2014 19,255 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 16,872 miles

advise no plate light not working

Pass 21 May 2012 16,607 miles

advise no plate light not working

Pass 14 May 2011 15,939 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 13,793 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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RL03 BDZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 RL03 BDZ, 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 RL03 BDZ registered?

RL03 BDZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is RL03 BDZ safe to buy?

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