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DF51 BKL

2002 Honda Vtx 1800C

Black Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

25,781 mi
Last recorded25,781 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda Vtx 1800C17,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 BKL
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1800C
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 25,781 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 25,762 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 25,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Dec 2023 25,761 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear number plate bracket insecure

Pass 21 Nov 2022 25,655 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 25,510 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 24,983 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Nov 2020 24,982 miles

Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 23,949 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 21,997 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 18,900 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 15,934 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 15,929 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 15,445 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 15,445 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 14,696 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 13,527 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 11,870 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 7,538 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2009 5,820 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 4,620 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 3,841 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 2,701 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vtx 1800C?

Based on 5,555 MOT tests across 464 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
872
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
464
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 41
reflector on motorcycle missing 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Headlamp aim too high 16
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DF51 BKL is a 2002 Honda Vtx 1800C in Black with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2002 Honda Vtx 1800C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 17,287 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 1800C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF51 BKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtx 1800C typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Honda Vtx 1800C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF51 BKL registered?

DF51 BKL is a 2002 Honda Vtx 1800C, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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