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HJ53 VNM

2003 Honda CBR1100XX

Silver Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

47,107 mi
Last recorded47,107 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CBR1100XX22,937 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ53 VNM
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1100XX
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 47,107 miles

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

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

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 44,943 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 43,391 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 40,429 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2022 40,429 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 38,048 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 35,535 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 28,158 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 22,059 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 19,390 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 23 Dec 2015 19,390 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 17 Dec 2014 12,515 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 12,515 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 9,447 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 7,337 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 4,553 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 3,305 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 3,143 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 2,852 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1100XX?

Based on 118,715 MOT tests across 8,692 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
974
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
8,692
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,673
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 719
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 547
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 542
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 531
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HJ53 VNM is a 2003 Honda CBR1100XX in Silver with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda CBR1100XX models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 22,937 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 CBR1100XX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,673 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ53 VNM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1100XX typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Honda CBR1100XX is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HJ53 VNM registered?

HJ53 VNM is a 2003 Honda CBR1100XX, first registered on 15 October 2003.

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