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RS03 HON

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

27,297 mi
Last recorded27,297 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRS03 HON
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 27,297 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 26,491 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2024 25,358 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 23,500 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 23,240 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 23,211 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock on left hand side of upper fairing to screen mount (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 21,369 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 21,016 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 20,411 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 19,977 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 19,198 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 17,437 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 15,357 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 13,244 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 13,162 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 13,147 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 28 Aug 2007 12,013 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 12,013 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2006 11,893 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800?

Based on 72,376 MOT tests across 5,205 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
5,205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,029
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 447
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 441
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 280
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 243
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RS03 HON is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,553 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 VFR800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,029 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RS03 HON, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RS03 HON registered?

RS03 HON is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 4 November 2003.

Is RS03 HON safe to buy?

The MOT history for RS03 HON shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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