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GM53 NOH

2003 Honda Stepwagon

Purple Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

157,541 mi
Last recorded157,541 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda Stepwagon104,774 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM53 NOH
MakeHonda
ModelStepwagon
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 157,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge / tyre size 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge / tyre size 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine oil level on minimum

Fail 3 Feb 2026 157,538 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge / tyre size 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge / tyre size 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine oil level on minimum

Pass 13 Feb 2025 143,635 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2025 143,631 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 134,249 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2024 134,244 miles

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 126,229 miles

Both front shock-absorber protective shrouds are broken and insecure

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jet is partially blocked

Pass 8 Feb 2022 119,175 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 119,084 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords JUST A PASS (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

all tyres cracking and perishing

Pass 2 Dec 2020 114,828 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Stepwagon?

Based on 27,404 MOT tests across 4,250 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
5,975
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
4,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 360
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 279
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 205
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GM53 NOH is a 2003 Honda Stepwagon in Purple with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Honda Stepwagon models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 104,774 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 Stepwagon fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 360 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GM53 NOH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Stepwagon typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Stepwagon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GM53 NOH registered?

GM53 NOH is a 2003 Honda Stepwagon, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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