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SG03 SPG

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

16,644 mi
Last recorded16,644 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG03 SPG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 16,644 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 16,092 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2025 16,092 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 15,939 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 15,676 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 15,277 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 14,811 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2019 14,290 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2018 14,146 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 13,714 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 13,506 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 May 2015 13,460 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 13,290 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 13,250 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 13,198 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 13,067 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 12,896 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Mar 2010 12,896 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 12,296 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 12,035 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 11,874 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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SG03 SPG is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SG03 SPG, 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 SG03 SPG registered?

SG03 SPG is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is SG03 SPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG03 SPG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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