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YW03 HLN

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

34,550 mi
Last recorded34,550 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW03 HLN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 34,550 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear going out of shape

Pass 12 Feb 2024 33,764 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 32,611 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limits (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 32,114 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 31,908 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 31,322 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 28,388 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 24,118 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 24,118 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 22,305 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 21,726 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 20,784 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 20,590 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 19,045 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 18,173 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 17,461 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2010 15,609 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 14,246 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 13,309 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 10,823 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 9,556 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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YW03 HLN is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YW03 HLN, 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 YW03 HLN registered?

YW03 HLN is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 16 August 2003.

Is YW03 HLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW03 HLN shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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