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BK03 ECD

2003 Honda Goldwing

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

63,729 mi
Last recorded63,729 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda Goldwing36,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 ECD
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 63,729 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened linkage (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2024 63,716 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2023 62,054 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 59,211 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 52,418 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 52,029 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 52,033 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 51,618 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2020 51,618 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 50,335 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2016 48,250 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 47,912 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 41,205 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 40,126 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 39,096 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 36,178 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 31,348 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 28,629 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 24,265 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 19,510 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 16,080 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Goldwing?

Based on 7,606 MOT tests across 726 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
808
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
726
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 77
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 67
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 47
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
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BK03 ECD is a 2003 Honda Goldwing in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 36,103 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 Goldwing fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK03 ECD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Goldwing typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Goldwing is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BK03 ECD registered?

BK03 ECD is a 2003 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 19 April 2003.

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The MOT history for BK03 ECD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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