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DU55 XVK

2005 Honda VT125C

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (8 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32,733 mi
Last recorded32,733 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VT125C11,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 XVK
MakeHonda
ModelVT125C
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 32,733 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear indicator lamp rubber mounting worn

Rear mud guard mounting rubbers worn

Rear tail lamp lens cracked

gear linkage worn

Fail 14 May 2026 32,733 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear indicator lamp rubber mounting worn

Rear mud guard mounting rubbers worn

Rear tail lamp lens cracked

gear linkage worn

Pass 12 May 2025 31,469 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear frame/swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

fuel line split at fuel valve

Fail 30 Apr 2025 31,469 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both fork seals leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear frame/swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

fuel line split at fuel valve

Fail 14 Sep 2023 31,469 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 31,466 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 31,466 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2013 27,851 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 27,832 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 23,926 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Jun 2012 23,926 miles

Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 Apr 2011 21,716 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 21,716 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2009 20,740 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 20,740 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 19,089 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT125C?

Based on 15,200 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
917
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 446
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 315
Drive chain excessively loose 275
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 245
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DU55 XVK is a 2005 Honda VT125C in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Honda VT125C models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 11,402 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 VT125C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 446 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DU55 XVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT125C typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Honda VT125C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DU55 XVK is a 2005 Honda VT125C, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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