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BV53 DHO

2003 Honda ST1300

White Petrol 1261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

27,844 mi
Last recorded27,844 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda ST130032,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 DHO
MakeHonda
ModelST1300
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,261cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 27,844 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 27,596 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 27,232 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 25,620 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 23,695 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 22,424 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2020 22,424 miles

Front Stop lamp not working front brake lite switch not working. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

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

oil filter so badly corroded its leaking,likly to leak on rear tyre.located at the rear of engine next to rear tyre.

Pass 2 Jul 2019 20,395 miles

All brake line fittings have signs of corrosion

Front tyre worn unevenly

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit At limit of 1mm and is worn very uneven (5.2.3 (e))

Rear brake disc has slight runout

Pass 7 Jul 2018 18,521 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 18,521 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2017 17,650 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 15,851 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 12,465 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 9,611 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 6,699 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 6,699 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 6,606 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 6,596 miles

front off side side light is not working

Pass 29 Apr 2009 5,049 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 4,261 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 4,261 miles

Offside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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BV53 DHO is a 2003 Honda ST1300 in White with a 1,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BV53 DHO, 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

How do I check the history of BV53 DHO?

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What year was BV53 DHO registered?

BV53 DHO is a 2003 Honda ST1300, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is BV53 DHO safe to buy?

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