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AU05 XHF

2005 Honda Vtx 1300S

Red Petrol 1312cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,516 mi
Last recorded34,516 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Vtx 1300S14,329 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 XHF
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1300S
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,312cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 34,516 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 33,376 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 32,740 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 31,589 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 31,582 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Nov 2020 29,188 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 29,188 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 27,270 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 27,244 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2018 24,613 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 23,650 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2016 23,548 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 23,548 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 23,507 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 23,301 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 22,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 21,632 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 20,957 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 19,611 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 19,611 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2010 17,432 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 14,241 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 12,172 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2008 12,172 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Honda Vtx 1300S?

Based on 5,362 MOT tests across 487 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
880
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 88
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 13
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AU05 XHF is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1300S in Red with a 1,312cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Honda Vtx 1300S models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 14,329 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 Vtx 1300S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU05 XHF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtx 1300S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Vtx 1300S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU05 XHF registered?

AU05 XHF is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1300S, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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