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KY53 BYG

2003 Honda NT650V

Red Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,600 mi
Last recorded99,600 miles
Recorded on20 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Honda NT650V24,119 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 BYG
MakeHonda
ModelNT650V
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2022 99,600 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 94,335 miles

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

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

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Headlight pattern weak (LED bulb fitted)

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Fail 4 Jun 2021 94,327 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Headlight pattern weak (LED bulb fitted)

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 88,178 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 85,419 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced And pattern weak (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 19 Jun 2018 85,419 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced And pattern weak (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 76,928 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 74,967 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 65,687 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 56,621 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 50,383 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 48,351 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 43,921 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 38,251 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 32,380 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 25,269 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 25,269 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 18,631 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NT650V?

Based on 55,724 MOT tests across 4,370 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
1,241
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,370
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,032
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 892
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 828
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 436
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 307
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KY53 BYG is a 2003 Honda NT650V in Red with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda NT650V models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 24,119 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 NT650V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,032 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KY53 BYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NT650V typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Honda NT650V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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KY53 BYG is a 2003 Honda NT650V, first registered on 13 September 2003.

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