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GK53 VKX

2003 Honda ST1300

Red Petrol 1261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

65,622 mi
Last recorded65,622 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda ST130032,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 VKX
MakeHonda
ModelST1300
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,261cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 65,622 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 May 2025 64,765 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2024 63,712 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 May 2023 63,245 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 62,794 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear brake pads appear worn close to minimum (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 May 2019 62,559 miles

Central Front Lower Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 May 2018 62,189 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 61,310 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 61,309 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 60,930 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 59,543 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 58,828 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 56,902 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 48,699 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 43,637 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear tyre shows signs of uneven wear and has 'plugged' repair.

Pass 19 Aug 2010 38,820 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 32,006 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 27,543 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 22,334 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 18,122 miles

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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GK53 VKX is a 2003 Honda ST1300 in Red with a 1,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GK53 VKX, 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.

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What year was GK53 VKX registered?

GK53 VKX is a 2003 Honda ST1300, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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