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VU03 YXL

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,601 mi
Last recorded31,601 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 YXL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 31,601 miles

ADVISE REPLACE SPLIT LINK IN CHAIN TO RIVET LINK

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 11 May 2021 31,566 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 May 2019 28,332 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2018 22,253 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 15,262 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 15,027 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 13,803 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 13,801 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 5 Feb 2013 13,801 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering lock stops modified reducing steering movement (turning circle)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 13,801 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering lock stops modified reducing steering movement (turning circle)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 12,954 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 12,942 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 8,673 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 5,705 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 5,214 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 4,345 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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VU03 YXL is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 VU03 YXL, 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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VU03 YXL is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 23 June 2003.

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