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RJ53 BZL

2003 Honda CB1300

Black Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,026 mi
Last recorded34,026 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CB130016,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 BZL
MakeHonda
ModelCB1300
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 34,026 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 32,184 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 32,143 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 31,994 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 31,297 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 30,711 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2021 30,700 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2020 30,082 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 29,068 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 28,548 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 28,122 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 27,401 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 26,178 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 24,621 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 24,610 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 17,760 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 11,508 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 3,338 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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RJ53 BZL is a 2003 Honda CB1300 in Black with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RJ53 BZL, 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

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What year was RJ53 BZL registered?

RJ53 BZL is a 2003 Honda CB1300, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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The MOT history for RJ53 BZL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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