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VX53 AZA

2003 Honda Cbr 1100 X-3

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

56,438 mi
Last recorded56,438 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda Cbr 1100 X-322,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 AZA
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1100 X-3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 56,438 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 54,715 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 53,906 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 52,077 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2023 52,077 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2022 48,930 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 48,667 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 48,424 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 47,532 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 45,614 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 41,907 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 39,542 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 39,166 miles

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 35,595 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 33,338 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 30,938 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 28,153 miles

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 20 Oct 2008 24,056 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 20,508 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 17,065 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 1100 X-3?

Based on 2,035 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,083
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
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VX53 AZA is a 2003 Honda Cbr 1100 X-3 in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2003 Honda Cbr 1100 X-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 22,710 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr 1100 X-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX53 AZA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 1100 X-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Cbr 1100 X-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX53 AZA registered?

VX53 AZA is a 2003 Honda Cbr 1100 X-3, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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