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FM05 CWU

2005 Honda VT125C

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

11,476 mi
Last recorded11,476 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Honda VT125C11,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 CWU
MakeHonda
ModelVT125C
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 11,476 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2024 11,476 miles

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Rear brake arm locking device missing (split pin)

Pass 24 Sep 2022 11,220 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 10,461 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2021

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 18 May 2019 9,046 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 6,345 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit borderline (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 579 miles

corrosion on drive chain

corrosion on rear wheel spokes

Pass 13 Jul 2015 551 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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FM05 CWU is a 2005 Honda VT125C in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FM05 CWU, 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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What year was FM05 CWU registered?

FM05 CWU is a 2005 Honda VT125C, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is FM05 CWU safe to buy?

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