Honda Vtx 1300S Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda Vtx 1300S car check
Is the Honda Vtx 1300S reliable? We analysed 5,362 real MOT tests across 487 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Vtx 1300S is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Vtx 1300S.
Honda Vtx 1300S Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Vtx 1300S. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Vtx 1300S MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Vtx 1300S to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Vtx 1300S Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Vtx 1300S fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Vtx 1300S Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Vtx 1300S models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda Vtx 1300S Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Vtx 1300S owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Vtx 1300S MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Vtx 1300S year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 57 | 94.7% | 9,755 | 14,442 | 18,182 |
| 2010 | 213 | 93.9% | 4,290 | 10,423 | 17,483 |
| 2009 | 116 | 90.5% | 9,635 | 22,710 | 30,272 |
| 2008 | 510 | 87.8% | 5,698 | 9,804 | 17,867 |
| 2007 | 575 | 90.6% | 7,027 | 15,144 | 23,218 |
| 2006 | 536 | 88.6% | 8,615 | 13,997 | 22,251 |
| 2005 | 1,000 | 87.2% | 7,307 | 14,329 | 23,553 |
| 2004 | 1,521 | 86.7% | 8,943 | 14,518 | 23,194 |
| 2003 | 768 | 87.2% | 9,705 | 16,900 | 23,656 |
How Long Does a Honda Vtx 1300S Last?
Based on 487 Honda Vtx 1300S vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Vtx 1300S Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Vtx 1300S 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 Vtx 1300S
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.7% MOT pass rate from 57 tests
86.7% MOT pass rate from 1,521 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Vtx 1300S is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.7% across 57 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Vtx 1300S Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Vtx 1300S THIS CAR | 88.0% | 5,362 | 14,272 mi | 23 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 |
| Rolls Royce Silver Dawn | 84.5% | 2,281 | 52,950 mi | 72 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Vtx 1300S outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda Vtx 1300SShould you buy a used Honda Vtx 1300S?
The Honda Vtx 1300S has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.0% across 5,362 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 Vtx 1300S are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (88 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (40), and exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (18). 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 Vtx 1300S 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 Vtx 1300S owner drives around 880 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 Vtx 1300S models stay on UK roads for around 23 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.