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VK53 HRG

2003 Honda CB900

Blue Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

31,254 mi
Last recorded31,254 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB90015,845 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 HRG
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 31,254 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 31,115 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 30,897 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 30,295 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 30,034 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 29,764 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 29,291 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 28,755 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 28,755 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 27,962 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 27,084 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 25,990 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 24,706 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 22,346 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 19,921 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 17,258 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 13,884 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 11,791 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 9,013 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 7,023 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 4,425 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB900?

Based on 27,554 MOT tests across 2,614 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
2,614
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 312
wheel bearings have excessive free play 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 161
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 150
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VK53 HRG is a 2003 Honda CB900 in Blue with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 15,845 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK53 HRG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB900 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 23 years old, this Honda CB900 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK53 HRG registered?

VK53 HRG is a 2003 Honda CB900, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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