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LC53 LDX

2003 Honda SCV100

Grey Petrol 102cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests31 (20 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate64.5%

Mileage

35,982 mi
Last recorded35,982 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda SCV10010,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 LDX
MakeHonda
ModelSCV100
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine102cc

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MOT History

20 pass 11 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 35,982 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 35,365 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 35,365 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 35,001 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 35,001 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 34,096 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Engine bushes starting to deteriorate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 33,531 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 32,982 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 32,776 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 31,124 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2018 31,124 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 29,276 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Sep 2017 29,264 miles

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated bottom of rear shock mount (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component link bushes (2.3.4) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 27,183 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 27,161 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen led bulb fitted (1.6.B.1)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 24,997 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 23,389 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 23,389 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 20,979 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Sep 2013 20,979 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Oct 2012 18,862 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 18,862 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 16,660 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 16,660 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 23 Sep 2010 14,827 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 13,138 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 13,138 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 9,851 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 10,394 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 10,394 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 8,953 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SCV100?

Based on 40,507 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
1,282
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,276
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1,137
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 1,107
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 724
wheel bearings have excessive free play 493
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LC53 LDX is a 2003 Honda SCV100 in Grey with a 102cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda SCV100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 10,135 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 SCV100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,276 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC53 LDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SCV100 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda SCV100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LC53 LDX registered?

LC53 LDX is a 2003 Honda SCV100, first registered on 17 October 2003.

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