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H873 HKL

2003 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

15,034 mi
Last recorded15,034 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Honda Bros31,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH873 HKL
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2018 15,034 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Sep 2017 15,018 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 14,626 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 14,195 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 13,432 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2013 13,404 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

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

clutch lever pivot worn

Pass 11 Oct 2013 13,404 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

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

clutch lever pivot worn

Pass 29 Sep 2012 13,131 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Outer Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Fail 29 Sep 2012 13,127 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Outer Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 12,786 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Fail 12 Oct 2011 12,786 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 11,245 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 11,239 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 10,954 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 May 2008 10,827 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 10,791 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 10,786 miles

Front Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 10,665 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 10,665 miles

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

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda Bros?

Based on 4,211 MOT tests across 468 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
1,021
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
468
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 79
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 41
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H873 HKL is a 2003 Honda Bros in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda Bros models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 31,666 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 Bros fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H873 HKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Bros typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Bros is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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H873 HKL is a 2003 Honda Bros, first registered on 22 December 2003.

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