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FN05 EJG

2005 Honda Vtx 1800C

Red Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

22,298 mi
Last recorded22,298 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C15,309 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN05 EJG
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1800C
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 22,298 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 21,385 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 19,538 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Dec 2023 19,538 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 17,617 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 17,617 miles

Nearside Upper Direction indicator not working both nearside indicators not working . (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 17,616 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 17,613 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 17,613 miles

Front Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 17,395 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 16,113 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 14,754 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 14,732 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 14,299 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 13,805 miles

front tyre getting low on tread

Pass 7 Apr 2012 13,738 miles

front tyre getting low on tread

Pass 12 May 2011 11,741 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 9,379 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 7,442 miles

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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FN05 EJG is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C in Red with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FN05 EJG, 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.

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What year was FN05 EJG registered?

FN05 EJG is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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