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DX54 WEF

2005 Honda Vtx 1800C

Silver Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

40,447 mi
Last recorded40,447 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C15,309 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 WEF
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1800C
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 40,447 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 40,447 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 40,426 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 37,856 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 30 Mar 2022 37,856 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 34,863 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 30,950 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 29,577 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 28,290 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 27,047 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 27,047 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 25,403 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 23,026 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 23,026 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 20,076 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 16,459 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 14,875 miles

Exhaust noisy (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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DX54 WEF is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C in Silver with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 15,309 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 DX54 WEF, 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 21 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 DX54 WEF registered?

DX54 WEF is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is DX54 WEF safe to buy?

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