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SR03 VFR

2003 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,313 mi
Last recorded31,313 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR03 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 31,313 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 31,159 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 30,804 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 30,793 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 30,101 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 30,031 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 29,411 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 28,913 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 28,419 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 27,665 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 26,222 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 24,553 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 22,988 miles

.number plate light not working

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 21,543 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 20,771 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 18,964 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 17,745 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 14,480 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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SR03 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SR03 VFR, 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 SR03 VFR registered?

SR03 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 8 July 2003.

Is SR03 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SR03 VFR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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