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NJ53 VKE

2003 Honda Vtx 1300S

Black Petrol 1312cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

21,852 mi
Last recorded21,852 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S16,900 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ53 VKE
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1300S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,312cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 21,852 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 21,850 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Feb 2017 17,657 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2017 17,657 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2016 11,857 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 11,857 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Feb 2015 8,821 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 5,752 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 5,752 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 3,822 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 3,677 miles

front brake binding slightly

Fail 17 Feb 2012 3,677 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 16 Feb 2011 3,535 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 3,472 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 3,273 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 2,842 miles

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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NJ53 VKE is a 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S in Black with a 1,312cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NJ53 VKE, 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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NJ53 VKE is a 2003 Honda Vtx 1300S, first registered on 6 September 2003.

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