Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a reliable? We analysed 1,660 real MOT tests across 178 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a.
Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 62 | 95.2% | 3,715 | 6,084 | 12,876 |
| 2012 | 698 | 95.6% | 3,388 | 6,034 | 10,996 |
| 2011 | 394 | 91.4% | 2,984 | 6,778 | 11,740 |
| 2010 | 482 | 93.2% | 3,560 | 7,710 | 14,489 |
How Long Does a Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a Last?
Based on 178 Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.6% MOT pass rate from 698 tests
91.4% MOT pass rate from 394 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.6% across 698 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a THIS CAR | 93.9% | 1,660 | 6,735 mi | 16 yrs |
| Honda Civic | 73.7% | 9,391,580 | 74,987 mi | 34 yrs |
| Honda Jazz | 81% | 5,740,892 | 48,635 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Cr-v | 78.5% | 4,177,643 | 80,499 mi | 29 yrs |
| Hyundai Bayon Premium T-gdi MHEV | 88.2% | 2,704 | 22,794 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda Vt 1300 Cx-aShould you buy a used Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a?
The Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.9% across 1,660 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a are exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (5 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (4). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a owner drives around 495 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Honda Vt 1300 Cx-a models stay on UK roads for around 16 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.