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UOI 493

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

15,870 mi
Last recorded15,870 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOI 493
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 15,870 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 15,870 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 15,702 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 15,636 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 15,365 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 15,087 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 14,759 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 14,704 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 14,390 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 14,015 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 13,360 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 13,026 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 12,840 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 12,435 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 12,152 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 11,472 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 9,582 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 8,048 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 5,770 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 4,823 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 3,949 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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UOI 493 is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 UOI 493, 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 UOI 493 registered?

UOI 493 is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is UOI 493 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UOI 493 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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