Honda Vtr1000 F (2003)
2003 Honda Vtr1000 F
CarHunch analysed 274 real MOT records for the 2003 Honda Vtr1000 F. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2003 Honda VTR1000 F has a first-time pass rate of 90.1%, which sits comfortably above the UK average of 80%, suggesting these are broadly reliable machines. Dangerous defects show up in 15.3% of vehicles tested—manageable, but worth a pre-purchase inspection focused on braking and suspension.
At nearly 16,800 miles on average, these bikes have covered modest distance for their age, which tracks well with typical leisure-use patterns for a sports tourer. The average of 1.42 failures and 5.5 advisories per MOT points to minor wear items rather than structural problems—budget for consumables like tyres, brake pads and chain maintenance, but don't expect major engine or gearbox surprises.
What to check before buying a 2003 Honda Vtr1000 F
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 Vtr1000 F 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 Vtr1000 F vehicles fall between 10,193 and 20,846 miles.
2003 Honda Vtr1000 F — Still on the Road
97 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 56% of the peak remain.
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
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