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SH03 DRZ

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,379 mi
Last recorded16,379 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 DRZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 16,379 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 15,557 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 15,493 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 15,182 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2022 15,170 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 14,556 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 13,086 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 12,064 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 11,031 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 10,265 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 14 Jul 2015 10,261 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 6,882 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 6,759 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 6,759 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 6,497 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 6,117 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 5,780 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 5,074 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 4,823 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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SH03 DRZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc 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 SH03 DRZ, 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 SH03 DRZ registered?

SH03 DRZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is SH03 DRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH03 DRZ 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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