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SC03 VFR

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,848 mi
Last recorded40,848 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC03 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 40,848 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 40,848 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2024 40,664 miles

Engine has small oil leak from oil filter

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 37,719 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 35,852 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 34,957 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 33,123 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Steering head bearings slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 30,652 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 30,648 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear hugger loose

Pass 27 Jul 2017 27,799 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 25,178 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 22,766 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 20,441 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 20,339 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 19,134 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 17,927 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 12,976 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 8,854 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 7,052 miles

abs warning lamp is on

Fail 28 Mar 2007 7,052 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

abs warning lamp is on

Pass 27 Mar 2006 5,627 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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SC03 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SC03 VFR, 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 SC03 VFR registered?

SC03 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is SC03 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC03 VFR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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