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FD03 AYB

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,799 mi
Last recorded25,799 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 AYB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 25,799 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 23,681 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 23,177 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2017 22,922 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 21,967 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 19,853 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 17,509 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 15,913 miles

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 24 Aug 2011 14,819 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 14,793 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 13,809 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 12,541 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 9,985 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 9,985 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2007 8,144 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 6,994 miles

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

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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FD03 AYB is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FD03 AYB, 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 FD03 AYB registered?

FD03 AYB is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is FD03 AYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 AYB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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