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LS53 KVM

2003 Honda CB900

Silver Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

32,310 mi
Last recorded32,310 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CB90015,845 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 KVM
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 32,310 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 32,040 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 31,447 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 30,432 miles

Front Bent Clutch Lever

Pass 13 Jun 2022 30,006 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 28,903 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 28,903 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 28,581 miles

Clutch lever bent but not effecting operation or insecure

Pass 15 Jun 2019 28,487 miles

Clutch lever bent

Exhaust bracket cracked under engine

Pass 30 Jun 2018 28,398 miles

Clutch lever locking nut missing but lever not insecure

Pass 27 Jun 2017 28,236 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 27,649 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 27,649 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 16 May 2015 27,556 miles

drive chain slightly loose

Pass 15 Mar 2014 27,160 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 26,154 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 25,620 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2011 25,025 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 24,168 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 23,001 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2008 23,001 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2007 22,188 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 16,096 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB900?

Based on 27,554 MOT tests across 2,614 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
2,614
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 312
wheel bearings have excessive free play 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 161
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 150
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LS53 KVM is a 2003 Honda CB900 in Silver with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 15,845 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS53 KVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB900 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 23 years old, this Honda CB900 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LS53 KVM registered?

LS53 KVM is a 2003 Honda CB900, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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