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A4 GSB

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

30,865 mi
Last recorded30,865 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 GSB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 30,865 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 30,777 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 30,404 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 30,404 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 29,985 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 29,746 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 29,312 miles

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

front brake sticking slightly

Pass 29 Jan 2015 28,467 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 28,466 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 27,377 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 26,151 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 25,391 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2011 25,391 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2010 21,130 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 18,304 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 12,404 miles

abs warning light on

Pass 23 Sep 2006 2,801 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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A4 GSB is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A4 GSB, 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.

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What year was A4 GSB registered?

A4 GSB is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 20 June 2003.

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