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VK53 HPU

2003 Honda ST1300

Silver Petrol 1261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,002 mi
Last recorded24,002 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda ST130032,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 HPU
MakeHonda
ModelST1300
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,261cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 23 May 2026 24,002 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 23,785 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 23,682 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 23,417 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 22,253 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 21,851 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 18,130 miles

oil filter removal tool attached.

Pass 12 Apr 2018 16,851 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 16,109 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 14,943 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 13,486 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 11,977 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 10,958 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 9,872 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 8,881 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 7,612 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 6,995 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 6,934 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 5,329 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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VK53 HPU is a 2003 Honda ST1300 in Silver with a 1,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VK53 HPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK53 HPU registered?

VK53 HPU is a 2003 Honda ST1300, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is VK53 HPU safe to buy?

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