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YU03 NMJ

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

22,920 mi
Last recorded22,920 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU03 NMJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 22,920 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 20,979 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 18,985 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 16,689 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 15,437 miles

Front tyre worn uneven

Fail 4 Feb 2021 15,437 miles

Front tyre worn uneven

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2019 13,716 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 11,930 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 10,879 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 9,314 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 7,690 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 6,274 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 6,252 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 5,816 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 5,539 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 5,134 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 4,616 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2006 4,343 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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YU03 NMJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YU03 NMJ, 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 YU03 NMJ registered?

YU03 NMJ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is YU03 NMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU03 NMJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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