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LG53 FNC

2003 Honda Vtx 1300S

Black Petrol 1312cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,728 mi
Last recorded35,728 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S16,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 FNC
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1300S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,312cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 35,728 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 35,725 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 35,627 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 35,484 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 35,251 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 May 2019 34,937 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 34,717 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 5 Apr 2018 34,709 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies handlebar control (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 100,026 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 33,063 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 31,294 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 28,144 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 27,809 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 27,312 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 26,285 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 23,658 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 21,792 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2008 20,372 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 20,372 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 9,869 miles

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

handle bars very slightly bent ; also rear number plate light out. advised to change before next m.o.t.

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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LG53 FNC is a 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S in Black with a 1,312cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LG53 FNC, 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 LG53 FNC registered?

LG53 FNC is a 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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