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VU54 MVC

2004 Honda ST1300

Red Petrol 1261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,581 mi
Last recorded43,581 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda ST130031,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU54 MVC
MakeHonda
ModelST1300
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,261cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 43,581 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 43,175 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 41,568 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2023 40,596 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 36,540 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 33,030 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 31,732 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2019 31,646 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 29,422 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.19mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 26,437 miles

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

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

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

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

gear change lever pivot slightly loose

Pass 12 Jul 2016 21,774 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 18,409 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 18,065 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 15,921 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 13,809 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 10,728 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 6,807 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 6,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 6,740 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 6,383 miles

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

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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VU54 MVC is a 2004 Honda ST1300 in Red with a 1,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Honda ST1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 31,835 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 VU54 MVC, 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 22 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 VU54 MVC registered?

VU54 MVC is a 2004 Honda ST1300, first registered on 16 September 2004.

Is VU54 MVC safe to buy?

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