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WR03 XAJ

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

24,275 mi
Last recorded24,275 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR03 XAJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 24,275 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 May 2026 24,275 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 21,390 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 21,249 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 20,439 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 19,782 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Apr 2022 19,782 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 19,690 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2020 19,559 miles

Exhaust slightly loose clamp bolt loose (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Jan 2020 19,551 miles

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

Exhaust slightly loose clamp bolt loose (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 18,482 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 17,360 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 17,303 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 16,939 miles

Offside Rear exhaust clamp corroded but exhaust secure

Pass 22 Apr 2015 15,967 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 15,439 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 14,648 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 13,786 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 11,766 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 10,115 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 7,961 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 4,404 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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WR03 XAJ 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 86.4%.

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 WR03 XAJ, 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 WR03 XAJ registered?

WR03 XAJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is WR03 XAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR03 XAJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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