Honda Sfx (2003)
2003 Honda Sfx
CarHunch analysed 195 real MOT records for the 2003 Honda Sfx. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2003 Honda SFX passes its MOT at 81.8%, which is just slightly above the UK average of 80%, suggesting it's a reliably average performer—nothing exceptional. The dangerous defect rate of 16.9% is reassuring and well below the concern threshold, so you're not facing an unusual safety risk with this model.
These vehicles are running quite low mileage for their age—a median of 6,669 miles—which suggests many are lightly used or garage queens rather than everyday runners. With an average of 1.59 failures and 3.4 advisories per test, the typical issues are minor rather than showstoppers; before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on suspension and brake wear, which tend to accumulate even on low-mileage classics.
What to check before buying a 2003 Honda Sfx
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2003 Honda Sfx vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2003 Honda Sfx vehicles fall between 4,210 and 10,413 miles.
2003 Honda Sfx — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 11 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (16% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2003 Honda Sfx
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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24.6%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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19.1%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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19.1%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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17.8%
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick
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16.9%
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible
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13.7%
Headlamp aim too high
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13.7%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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12%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2003. Counts include advisories and failures.
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