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YK03 BNB

2003 Honda VFR800

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

41,852 mi
Last recorded41,852 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 BNB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 41,852 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 41,508 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 41,110 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 40,347 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 40,347 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 39,101 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 35,596 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2019 35,593 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 4 May 2018 30,804 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 30,037 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 30,037 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 23,910 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 15 Jun 2016 23,910 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 17,110 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 17,110 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2014 10,947 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 9,836 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 9,563 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 8,291 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 7,546 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 6,396 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 2,465 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 2,339 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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YK03 BNB is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 YK03 BNB, 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 YK03 BNB registered?

YK03 BNB is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 30 March 2003.

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The MOT history for YK03 BNB shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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