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TL03 MOS

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

37,888 mi
Last recorded37,888 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTL03 MOS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 37,888 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 May 2026 37,888 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 May 2025 37,659 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 27 May 2025 37,659 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2024 37,528 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 37,350 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 37,153 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 35,703 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 31,825 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 27 Jun 2018 31,825 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

one rear position bulb not working

Pass 15 Jun 2017 26,597 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 25,890 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 24,188 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 22,315 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 20,299 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2012 16,087 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 15,253 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 12,682 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 10,028 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 8,906 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 7,450 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 6,006 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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TL03 MOS is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 TL03 MOS, 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 TL03 MOS registered?

TL03 MOS is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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The MOT history for TL03 MOS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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