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KU53 DFX

2003 Honda Vtx 1300S

Black Petrol 1312cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,645 mi
Last recorded50,645 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S16,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 DFX
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1300S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,312cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2023 50,645 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 50,000 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 49,646 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Mar 2021 49,646 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 49,111 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Mar 2020 49,111 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 46,615 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 43,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear number plate light not working

Fail 20 Mar 2018 43,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear number plate light not working

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 38,951 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 35,601 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 32,442 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 29,593 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 26,181 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

number plate light not working

Pass 2 Mar 2012 22,148 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Number Plate light not working

Pass 11 Mar 2011 17,143 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 10,613 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 10,613 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 6,819 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 1,473 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 1,383 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 681 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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KU53 DFX 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 81.8%.

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 KU53 DFX, 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 KU53 DFX registered?

KU53 DFX is a 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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