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YD03 LGJ

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

20,769 mi
Last recorded20,769 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD03 LGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 20,769 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 20,176 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 25 Aug 2023 19,366 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2023 19,366 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 18,623 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 17,797 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 17,433 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 16,524 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 16,524 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged Front tire valve split (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2018 14,886 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 14,679 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 14,654 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 14,635 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 14,632 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 14,620 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 14,596 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 13,083 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2010 10,804 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 7,710 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 7,710 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 7,426 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 6,340 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 4,592 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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YD03 LGJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 YD03 LGJ, 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 YD03 LGJ registered?

YD03 LGJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is YD03 LGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD03 LGJ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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