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SP03 PVT

2003 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,825 mi
Last recorded24,825 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 PVT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 24,825 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 24,764 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 22,957 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 22,353 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 22,344 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 22,213 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 22,101 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 22,101 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 21,294 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 May 2010 21,126 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

number plate light does not work

Pass 15 May 2009 20,534 miles

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

number plate light does not work when lights are switched on

Pass 12 Mar 2008 19,764 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 17,996 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 15,494 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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SP03 PVT is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SP03 PVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP03 PVT registered?

SP03 PVT is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is SP03 PVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP03 PVT shows 14 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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