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SA03 FAS

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

47,614 mi
Last recorded47,614 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA03 FAS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 47,614 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2025 47,613 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2021 33,855 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 32,594 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 31,852 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 31,134 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2016 30,683 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 28,509 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 26,661 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 26 Oct 2013 24,465 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 24,465 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 23,449 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 20,841 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 17,238 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 16,792 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 16,792 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 12,956 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 10,853 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 7,542 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 6,071 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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SA03 FAS is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SA03 FAS, 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 SA03 FAS registered?

SA03 FAS is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is SA03 FAS safe to buy?

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