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VK05 OBM

2005 Honda ST1300

Silver Petrol 1261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

28,474 mi
Last recorded28,474 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda ST130031,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 OBM
MakeHonda
ModelST1300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,261cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 28,474 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2025 28,092 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 27,870 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 27,512 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 27,311 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 27,064 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 26,767 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 26,439 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 26,436 miles

Nearside Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible under 1mm in places (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 25,864 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 25,586 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 25,419 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 24,753 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 23,237 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 21,156 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 19,089 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 19,089 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2010 15,135 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 13,450 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 13,450 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 11,435 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 8,268 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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VK05 OBM is a 2005 Honda ST1300 in Silver with a 1,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2005 Honda ST1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 31,496 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 VK05 OBM, 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 21 years old, this Honda ST1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK05 OBM registered?

VK05 OBM is a 2005 Honda ST1300, first registered on 25 March 2005.

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The MOT history for VK05 OBM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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