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DN03 PFV

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,524 mi
Last recorded42,524 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 PFV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 42,524 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 42,023 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 40,869 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 39,665 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 38,557 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 35,395 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2010 35,395 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 31,786 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 26,196 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 22,656 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 18,165 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 18,137 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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DN03 PFV is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DN03 PFV, 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 DN03 PFV registered?

DN03 PFV is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is DN03 PFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN03 PFV shows 12 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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