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WD03 YGW

2003 Honda VFR800

Black Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

23,686 mi
Last recorded23,686 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD03 YGW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 23,686 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 23,536 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 23,281 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 20,057 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 18,986 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 17,169 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 16,352 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 16,322 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 14,730 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 12,082 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 7,897 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 5,170 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 3,593 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 3,531 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 3,503 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 3,475 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 3,448 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 3,370 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 3,246 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 2,738 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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WD03 YGW is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Black with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 WD03 YGW, 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 WD03 YGW registered?

WD03 YGW is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is WD03 YGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD03 YGW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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