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DS52 XAR

2003 Honda Vtx 1300S

Blue Petrol 1312cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,947 mi
Last recorded21,947 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S16,900 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS52 XAR
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1300S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,312cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 21,947 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2024 20,257 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2024 20,214 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 19,176 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 18,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 18,265 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 17,540 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 16,815 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 16,201 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vtx 1300S?

Based on 5,362 MOT tests across 487 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
880
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 88
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 13
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DS52 XAR is a 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S in Blue with a 1,312cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 16,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vtx 1300S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS52 XAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtx 1300S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Vtx 1300S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS52 XAR registered?

DS52 XAR is a 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is DS52 XAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS52 XAR shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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