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ST03 HCG

2003 Honda ST1300

Silver Petrol 1261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

61,049 mi
Last recorded61,049 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda ST130032,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST03 HCG
MakeHonda
ModelST1300
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,261cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 61,049 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notch beginning to form in centre (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 59,260 miles

Central Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 56,797 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 56,797 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 52,592 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 49,852 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 49,852 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering wheel fouling lhs fork leg (2.4 (a))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 49,155 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 44,074 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 38,967 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 36,414 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 36,360 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 36,339 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 36,204 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 36,194 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 35,408 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 32,510 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 32,508 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2007 23,978 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2007 23,968 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 14,575 miles

How Reliable is the Honda ST1300?

Based on 58,896 MOT tests across 4,174 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
1,690
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
4,174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 687
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 515
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 409
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 247
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ST03 HCG is a 2003 Honda ST1300 in Silver with a 1,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda ST1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 32,342 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 ST1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 687 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ST03 HCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda ST1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ST03 HCG registered?

ST03 HCG is a 2003 Honda ST1300, first registered on 17 April 2003.

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