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ML52 JKV

2003 Honda ST1300

Red Petrol 1261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

39,760 mi
Last recorded39,760 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda ST130032,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML52 JKV
MakeHonda
ModelST1300
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,261cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 39,760 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 38,734 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 38,085 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 37,153 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2022 36,545 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 34,718 miles

Rear Rear tyre has flat spot running down centre of tread

Pass 20 May 2020 32,892 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 31,064 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 29,337 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 29,335 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2017 28,635 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 26,458 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 22,110 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2014 22,110 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 25 May 2013 15,617 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 8,324 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 7,905 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 7,269 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 6,427 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 6,037 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 5,582 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 5,582 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 May 2006 4,672 miles

How Reliable is the Honda ST1300?

Based on 58,896 MOT tests across 4,174 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
1,690
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
4,174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 687
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 515
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 409
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 247
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ML52 JKV is a 2003 Honda ST1300 in Red with a 1,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Honda ST1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 32,342 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 ST1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 687 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML52 JKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda ST1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ML52 JKV registered?

ML52 JKV is a 2003 Honda ST1300, first registered on 8 January 2003.

Is ML52 JKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML52 JKV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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