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Y40 VFR

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,289 mi
Last recorded25,289 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY40 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 25,289 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 22,474 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 21,032 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2022 18,997 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 15,780 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 15,768 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 14,606 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 14,345 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 14,345 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2017 13,364 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 13,081 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 13,081 miles

Rear 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))

Pass 23 May 2015 12,646 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 12,237 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 10,893 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 9,248 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 7,316 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 6,330 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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Y40 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y40 VFR, 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 Y40 VFR registered?

Y40 VFR is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 14 May 2003.

Is Y40 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y40 VFR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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