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X800 VFR

2003 Honda VFR800A

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,356 mi
Last recorded28,356 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX800 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 28,356 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 28,335 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 28,242 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 28,220 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 27,531 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2013 27,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 19 May 2012 27,101 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 26,053 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 25,723 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 22,140 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 19,578 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 19,564 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 16,877 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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X800 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 X800 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.

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What year was X800 VFR registered?

X800 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is X800 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X800 VFR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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