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PJ57 VCL

2007 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5

Black Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,040 mi
Last recorded50,040 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Honda Cb 1300 SA-516,706 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ57 VCL
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1300 SA-5
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 50,040 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2025 49,088 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 43,530 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 36,579 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 28,428 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 28,428 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 27,748 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 24,207 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 24,862 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 24,862 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 23,447 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 23,447 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2017 23,287 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 23,278 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 22,934 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 22,488 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 18,428 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 15,574 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 11,335 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 8,783 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1300 SA-5?

Based on 4,759 MOT tests across 375 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
952
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 37
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 13
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 13
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PJ57 VCL is a 2007 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 in Black with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 16,706 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 Cb 1300 SA-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJ57 VCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 19 years old, this Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PJ57 VCL registered?

PJ57 VCL is a 2007 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5, first registered on 23 November 2007.

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