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EK53 TDO

2003 Honda CB900

Blue Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

48,828 mi
Last recorded48,828 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda CB90015,845 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 TDO
MakeHonda
ModelCB900
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 48,828 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard insecure secured with zip ties ()

Pillion pegs not fitted at time of test.

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced off side bulb intermittent (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Throttle action stiff and slow to return

Fail 1 Feb 2023 48,828 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard insecure secured with zip ties ()

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pillion pegs not fitted at time of test.

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced off side bulb intermittent (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) bulb changed (4.7.2 (a))

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

Throttle action stiff and slow to return

Pass 19 Feb 2022 48,128 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 46,207 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 44,990 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 44,990 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 43,132 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 40,906 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2016 39,501 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 36,243 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear tyre worn to 2mm

Pass 20 Dec 2014 31,986 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 31,717 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 26,718 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 20,473 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 20,473 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 15,316 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 12,614 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 9,276 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 6,474 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 2,521 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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EK53 TDO is a 2003 Honda CB900 in Blue with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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

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 EK53 TDO, 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.

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What year was EK53 TDO registered?

EK53 TDO is a 2003 Honda CB900, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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