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VA03 VAM

2003 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

33,296 mi
Last recorded33,296 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 VAM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 33,296 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 32,823 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 32,201 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 32,186 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 31,946 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 31,760 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 31,760 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 31,754 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 31,642 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 30,162 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 28,554 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 27,218 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 25,812 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 25,812 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 25,231 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 24,110 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 22,086 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 22,086 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 21,293 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 19,733 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 12,588 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 12,588 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 7,924 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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VA03 VAM is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 VA03 VAM, 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 VA03 VAM registered?

VA03 VAM is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is VA03 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA03 VAM shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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