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M55 VTX

2005 Honda Vtx 1800C

Red Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,847 mi
Last recorded34,847 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C15,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 VTX
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1800C
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 34,847 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2024 34,276 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 34,210 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 32,772 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 31,789 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 29,540 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 29,535 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 26,459 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 21,193 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 17,090 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 11,801 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2015 11,735 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 9,049 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 9,049 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 21 Jul 2014 9,048 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Fail 13 Sep 2013 9,013 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 8,850 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 8,578 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 7,730 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2008 6,635 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 6,635 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nail in rear tyre

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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M55 VTX is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C in Red with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 M55 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 M55 VTX registered?

M55 VTX is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is M55 VTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M55 VTX shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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