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VN03 SVE

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

23,599 mi
Last recorded23,599 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 SVE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 23,599 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 23,508 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 23,390 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 23,218 miles

front and rear tyres showing signs of degradation

Pass 23 Jun 2022 23,050 miles

direction indicators left and right, slight delay in operation

Pass 24 Jun 2021 22,890 miles

Indicator switch faulty indicators have slight delay in initial operation (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 22,661 miles

oil cooler pipes corroded

Pass 14 May 2019 22,480 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 22,480 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2018 22,316 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2017 22,274 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 22,110 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 21,881 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 21,798 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 21,621 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 21,354 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 20,935 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 20,225 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 18,017 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 14,899 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 14,899 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2007 12,563 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2006 12,092 miles

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

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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VN03 SVE is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 VN03 SVE, 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 VN03 SVE registered?

VN03 SVE is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is VN03 SVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN03 SVE shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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