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HC53 HGX

2004 Honda Vtx

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,801 mi
Last recorded42,801 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda Vtx17,138 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC53 HGX
MakeHonda
ModelVtx
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 42,801 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 42,056 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 41,830 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 40,018 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 37,239 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020
Pass 29 Mar 2019 32,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light flashes to start with then is on how it should be (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2019 32,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light flashes to start with then is on how it should be (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Honda Vtx?

Based on 794 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
827
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 3
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
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HC53 HGX is a 2004 Honda Vtx in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Honda Vtx models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 17,138 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HC53 HGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtx typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Honda Vtx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HC53 HGX registered?

HC53 HGX is a 2004 Honda Vtx, first registered on 1 February 2004.

Is HC53 HGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HC53 HGX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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