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X11 VFR

2003 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,195 mi
Last recorded31,195 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX11 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 31,195 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 30,378 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 28,405 miles

Nearside Front Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 23,991 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 21,691 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 15,703 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 15,696 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2019 13,946 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 13,618 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 9 May 2018 13,613 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2017 13,085 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2016 11,309 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 11,031 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 8,755 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 7,108 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 5,052 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 2,943 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 1,926 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 1,854 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 1,271 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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X11 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 X11 VFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X11 VFR registered?

X11 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 28 June 2003.

Is X11 VFR safe to buy?

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