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WX03 ELH

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

25,608 mi
Last recorded25,608 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 ELH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 25,608 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 May 2026 25,608 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 25,076 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 23,990 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2023 22,730 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2022 21,460 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 19,917 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 17,606 miles

clamp on exhaust pipe insecure

Fail 17 May 2019 17,604 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

clamp on exhaust pipe insecure

Pass 16 May 2018 16,226 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 12,796 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2012 12,729 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2012 12,729 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 12,349 miles

Number plate slightly smaller than required.

Pass 23 Jun 2010 11,631 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 10,868 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 10,868 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Jun 2009 10,868 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 8,475 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 8,141 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 7,950 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800A?

Based on 17,952 MOT tests across 1,394 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 101
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
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WX03 ELH is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,460 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 VFR800A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX03 ELH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800A typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX03 ELH registered?

WX03 ELH is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 28 June 2003.

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The MOT history for WX03 ELH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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