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YP03 GSZ

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

24,734 mi
Last recorded24,734 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP03 GSZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 24,734 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2024 24,631 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 23,875 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 21,817 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 21,083 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 19,916 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 15,681 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 15,309 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 10,102 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 8,313 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 7,553 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 7,017 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 6,788 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 6,444 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 5,569 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 5,493 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 4,202 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 2,464 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 1,845 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 1,794 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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YP03 GSZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 YP03 GSZ, 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 YP03 GSZ registered?

YP03 GSZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 3 April 2003.

Is YP03 GSZ safe to buy?

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