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YS03 JCY

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

51,786 mi
Last recorded51,786 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS03 JCY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 51,786 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 51,762 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 51,750 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 51,641 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 51,467 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 51,181 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 50,365 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 48,848 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 47,599 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 46,548 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 45,128 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 42,704 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 39,832 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 34,744 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 29,219 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 29,219 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 23,993 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 16,465 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 10,879 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 3,798 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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YS03 JCY 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 YS03 JCY, 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 YS03 JCY registered?

YS03 JCY is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is YS03 JCY safe to buy?

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