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YS03 ZCV

2003 Honda VFR800

Silver Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,121 mi
Last recorded40,121 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS03 ZCV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2021 40,121 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 37,601 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 37,059 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 36,573 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 36,573 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 36,050 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 35,352 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Feb 2015 34,399 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 33,187 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 17 May 2012 30,955 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 17 May 2012 30,955 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 24 May 2011 26,334 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 21,355 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 20,014 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 20,014 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 18,384 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 17,697 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 13,262 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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YS03 ZCV is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Silver with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YS03 ZCV, 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.

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What year was YS03 ZCV registered?

YS03 ZCV is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is YS03 ZCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS03 ZCV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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