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J111 DUD

2003 Honda VFR800A

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,723 mi
Last recorded41,723 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR800A21,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ111 DUD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800A
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 41,723 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 41,363 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 40,675 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Header pipe blow. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 40,223 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 37,854 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 28,983 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 28,806 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 27,342 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 26,455 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 25,191 miles

Central Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 29 Apr 2017 25,191 miles

Central Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 24,971 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 24,669 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 23,340 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 22,802 miles

Offside Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 22,580 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 22,163 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 21,703 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 21,200 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 21,200 miles

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Offside Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 20,203 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 19,177 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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J111 DUD is a 2003 Honda VFR800A in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 J111 DUD, 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 J111 DUD registered?

J111 DUD is a 2003 Honda VFR800A, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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