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AO03 TOU

2003 Honda VFR800A

Blue Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

54,514 mi
Last recorded54,514 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 TOU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 54,514 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 37,804 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2025 37,804 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 23,706 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2024 23,706 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2022 23,334 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 22,608 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 22,078 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 20,739 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 20,355 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 19,628 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 19,548 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 18,115 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 14,663 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 14,663 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 14,120 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 13,140 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 13,038 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 12,012 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 11,697 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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AO03 TOU is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Blue with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AO03 TOU, 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 AO03 TOU registered?

AO03 TOU is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 16 May 2003.

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