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L8 VTX

2005 Honda Vtx 1800C

Black Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

21,601 mi
Last recorded21,601 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C15,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 VTX
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1800C
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 21,601 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 21,338 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2023 20,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 May 2022 18,780 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 17,575 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 17,291 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 16,856 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 16,484 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 16,309 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 15,987 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2015 15,634 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2014 15,094 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 12,786 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 May 2013 12,786 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 12,178 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 9,719 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 6,712 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 4,187 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 3,981 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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L8 VTX is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C in Black with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L8 VTX, 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 L8 VTX registered?

L8 VTX is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is L8 VTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L8 VTX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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