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PL03 VFS

2003 Honda CB1300

Black Petrol 1384cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

18,806 mi
Last recorded18,806 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB130016,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 VFS
MakeHonda
ModelCB1300
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,384cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 18,806 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 18,759 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 18,676 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 18,591 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Aug 2022 18,591 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 18,392 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 30,403 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 20,402 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 16,852 miles

Central Front TYRE VALVE ROTTED

Pass 29 Aug 2017 16,068 miles

Central Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 15,706 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 15,035 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 14,518 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 13,925 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2012 13,666 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 13,344 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 12,966 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 11,204 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 9,948 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 8,287 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 6,752 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda CB1300?

Based on 29,948 MOT tests across 2,241 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
913
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 254
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 129
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 119
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 54
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PL03 VFS is a 2003 Honda CB1300 in Black with a 1,384cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 16,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 254 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL03 VFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda CB1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PL03 VFS registered?

PL03 VFS is a 2003 Honda CB1300, first registered on 30 July 2003.

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