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VU03 ZXC

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

26,151 mi
Last recorded26,151 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 ZXC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 26,151 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2025 26,151 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2024 19,380 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 18,230 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 16,739 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 13,679 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 13,272 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 12,169 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 10,624 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 10,269 miles

Both tyres valves slightly split

Pass 9 May 2017 10,059 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 May 2016 9,695 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 9,310 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 8,830 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 8,292 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 7,921 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 7,457 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 May 2010 6,798 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2009 6,053 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 5,188 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 4,139 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 3,295 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 ZXC is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 VU03 ZXC, 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 VU03 ZXC registered?

VU03 ZXC is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is VU03 ZXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 ZXC shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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