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R3 TCT

2003 Honda CB1300

Red Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,636 mi
Last recorded25,636 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB130016,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 TCT
MakeHonda
ModelCB1300
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 25,636 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 21,951 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 15,791 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 10,785 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 10,779 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged Rear (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 10,762 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 10,686 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil right hand front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2017 10,545 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 10,545 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 10,506 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 10,294 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 10,294 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 10,185 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 10,185 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 24 May 2012 9,907 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 9,907 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 9,542 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 9,542 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 20 May 2010 9,032 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 20 May 2010 9,032 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 8,627 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 8,627 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 8 May 2008 8,383 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2008 8,383 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 7,590 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 6,241 miles

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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R3 TCT is a 2003 Honda CB1300 in Red with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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

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 R3 TCT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R3 TCT?

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What year was R3 TCT registered?

R3 TCT is a 2003 Honda CB1300, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is R3 TCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 TCT shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R3 TCT have outstanding finance?

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