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DN51 XLA

2002 Honda Vtx 1800C

Grey Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,879 mi
Last recorded32,879 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda Vtx 1800C17,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 XLA
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1800C
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 32,879 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2025 32,879 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 32,243 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 30,687 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 29,114 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 28,652 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 26,465 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 26,459 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 24,685 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 19,987 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 20,562 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit just meets legal limit 1.5mm (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Apr 2014 15,759 miles

Inner Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2013 14,858 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2010 13,745 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 11,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 11,533 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 9,205 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 6,086 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2006 1,406 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 1,396 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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DN51 XLA is a 2002 Honda Vtx 1800C in Grey with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DN51 XLA, 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 DN51 XLA registered?

DN51 XLA is a 2002 Honda Vtx 1800C, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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