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KF53 KLJ

2003 Honda Vtx 1300S

Black Petrol 1312cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

58,106 mi
Last recorded58,106 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S16,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF53 KLJ
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1300S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,312cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 58,106 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2024 58,106 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2022 58,080 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 58,070 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 58,065 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure locking device missing (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2019 56,494 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 56,494 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 52,221 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 49,855 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 47,379 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Jul 2016 47,379 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 44,451 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 40,629 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 36,368 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 36,368 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 34,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 33,758 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 28,926 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 22,175 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 17,932 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 17,918 miles

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

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

number plate lamp not working

Pass 18 Sep 2006 11,246 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vtx 1300S?

Based on 5,362 MOT tests across 487 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
880
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 88
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 13
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KF53 KLJ is a 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S in Black with a 1,312cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 16,900 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 Vtx 1300S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KF53 KLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtx 1300S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Vtx 1300S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KF53 KLJ registered?

KF53 KLJ is a 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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