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RX03 VXW

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,398 mi
Last recorded40,398 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 VXW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Mar 2013 40,398 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front brake pads all look to be corroding!!

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 38,997 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 25 Feb 2012 38,997 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 37,515 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 36,050 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 31,496 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 26,398 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 19,178 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 11,820 miles

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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RX03 VXW is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RX03 VXW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX03 VXW registered?

RX03 VXW is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is RX03 VXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX03 VXW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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