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VE03 VHW

2003 Honda CB1300

White Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

28,371 mi
Last recorded28,371 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CB130016,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE03 VHW
MakeHonda
ModelCB1300
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 28,371 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 28,324 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Mar 2025 28,324 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 27,550 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 27,535 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 6 Jan 2021 27,535 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 26,501 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 23,418 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 19,736 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 15,829 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 17 Mar 2016 15,829 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 15,184 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 15,184 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 15,178 miles

rear tyre tread low.

Pass 15 Feb 2013 15,174 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 15,168 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 14,826 miles

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Oct 2009 13,846 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 13,767 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 10,836 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2008 10,836 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 3,859 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 3,172 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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VE03 VHW is a 2003 Honda CB1300 in White with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 VE03 VHW, 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 VE03 VHW registered?

VE03 VHW is a 2003 Honda CB1300, first registered on 8 July 2003.

Is VE03 VHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE03 VHW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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