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AF03 HBU

2003 Honda CB1300

Black Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,437 mi
Last recorded29,437 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CB130016,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 HBU
MakeHonda
ModelCB1300
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 29,437 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 27,907 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 26,131 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 25,740 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 25,613 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 25,598 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 25,273 miles

Offside Rear Lower shock bush has slight play

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 24,668 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 24,664 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 24,626 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 22,980 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Oct 2012 22,977 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 21,298 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2010 20,617 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 20,617 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2009 19,667 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2009 19,667 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2008 18,640 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 17,766 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 16,669 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB1300?

Based on 29,948 MOT tests across 2,241 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
913
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 254
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 129
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 119
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 54
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AF03 HBU is a 2003 Honda CB1300 in Black with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 16,800 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 CB1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 254 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF03 HBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda CB1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF03 HBU registered?

AF03 HBU is a 2003 Honda CB1300, first registered on 23 August 2003.

Is AF03 HBU safe to buy?

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