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FM55 LRL

2005 Honda Vtx 1300S

Black Petrol 1312cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

27,660 mi
Last recorded27,660 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda Vtx 1300S14,329 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM55 LRL
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1300S
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,312cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 27,660 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 36,832 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 26,143 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 24,679 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 22,122 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2021 21,536 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2020 20,963 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 18,869 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 15,870 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 12,799 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Nov 2015 10,115 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 7,738 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 6,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 6,133 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 6,096 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 5,834 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 5,555 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 5,555 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Honda Vtx 1300S?

Based on 5,362 MOT tests across 487 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
880
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 88
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 13
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FM55 LRL is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1300S in Black with a 1,312cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 Honda Vtx 1300S models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 14,329 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vtx 1300S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM55 LRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtx 1300S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Vtx 1300S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FM55 LRL registered?

FM55 LRL is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1300S, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is FM55 LRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM55 LRL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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