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LY53 DHC

2003 Honda NTV650

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,503 mi
Last recorded38,503 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda NTV65030,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 DHC
MakeHonda
ModelNTV650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 38,503 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2024 38,492 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

bike running on 1 cyclinder

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 34,469 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 33,735 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 32,512 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 31,770 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 26,262 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 20,901 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 11,903 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NTV650?

Based on 13,733 MOT tests across 1,325 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
1,163
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 226
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 182
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 113
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LY53 DHC is a 2003 Honda NTV650 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Honda NTV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 30,638 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 NTV650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY53 DHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NTV650 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Honda NTV650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY53 DHC registered?

LY53 DHC is a 2003 Honda NTV650, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is LY53 DHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY53 DHC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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