2003 Honda ST1300 1.3L Petrol · DX03 BBK

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 30 July 2026 at 51 004 miles, but the tester recorded advisories on front and rear tyre wear (5.2.3 (e)) and a noisy exhaust (8.1.1 (a)). No brake or suspension defects were flagged at this test, and the pattern of earlier failures—such as front brake pads, shock‑absorber leaks and rear brake wear—has not reappeared. The maintenance trend therefore appears stable to improving, with only consumable wear items now requiring attention. Mileage accumulation over the car’s life shows a low annual average of roughly 2 218 miles per year. The MOT history is dense from 2013 onward, with annual tests up to the present, and the only brief interruption was the five‑day gap between the 2022‑06‑27 failure and the subsequent pass. The increase from 50 749 miles in July 2025 to 51 004 miles a year later is just 255 miles, confirming minimal usage and a clean mileage profile for a 23‑year‑old machine. A buyer should inspect the tyres first; the rear tyre is noted as perished and both front and rear sets are close to the legal wear limit, so check for uneven tread, cracks and correct inflation. The noisy exhaust warrants a hands‑on check for loose brackets, cracked muffler housing or corrosion. Although the latest test did not highlight brakes, the history records repeated front and rear brake‑pad wear and a rear‑brake‑roller fluctuation in 2015, so verify pad thickness and disc condition. The shock‑absorber fluid leaks recorded in 2018‑2019 and 2022 require a ride‑height and fluid‑leak inspection to ensure no loss of damping. Finally, examine the chassis and wheel‑arch areas for rust or corrosion, as the vehicle’s age makes structural integrity a key concern.