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GL03 MLZ

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,812 mi
Last recorded31,812 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 MLZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 31,812 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2026 31,812 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2025 27,768 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 27,733 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

exhaust joint clamp missing

nearside lower headlight cover missing

Pass 4 Sep 2018 27,390 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 26,828 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 26,691 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

number plate light does not work

Pass 4 Aug 2015 26,011 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 26,011 miles

Offside Front Lower Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 5 Aug 2014 23,045 miles

exhaust rusty and n/s box noted lose!

number plate light is inoperative

Fail 4 Aug 2014 23,045 miles

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

exhaust rusty and n/s box noted lose!

number plate light is inoperative

rear pads appear low

large nail in rear tyre unrepairable

Pass 9 Aug 2013 21,561 miles

Inner Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Fail 9 Aug 2013 21,561 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Inner Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 30 May 2012 19,647 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 17,758 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 15,405 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 13,105 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 11,643 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 11,068 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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GL03 MLZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GL03 MLZ, 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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GL03 MLZ is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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