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DX53 DOU

2003 Honda ST1300

Red Petrol 1261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

48,629 mi
Last recorded48,629 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda ST130032,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 DOU
MakeHonda
ModelST1300
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,261cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 48,629 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 48,595 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2025 48,123 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2024 47,097 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 46,775 miles

Exhaust slightly loose Central bracket/clamp starting to deteriorate (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2022 46,299 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 45,470 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 44,702 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 42,708 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 35,887 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 35,539 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 May 2017 30,299 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 29,154 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 27,155 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 25,066 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 22,808 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 21,054 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 18,139 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 16,300 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2009 11,564 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 8,870 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 8,870 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2007 7,654 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 6,975 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 6,975 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

exhaust clamps broken

How Reliable is the Honda ST1300?

Based on 58,896 MOT tests across 4,174 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
1,690
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
4,174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 687
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 515
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 409
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 247
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DX53 DOU is a 2003 Honda ST1300 in Red with a 1,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2003 Honda ST1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 32,342 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 ST1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 687 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX53 DOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda ST1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX53 DOU registered?

DX53 DOU is a 2003 Honda ST1300, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is DX53 DOU safe to buy?

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