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R55 GFC

2005 Honda Vtx 1800C

Red Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,309 mi
Last recorded6,309 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C15,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR55 GFC
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1800C
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 6,309 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 6,309 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 6,260 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 6,047 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 6,035 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 5,692 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 5,473 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 5,454 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 5,403 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 5,096 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 2,614 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 2,614 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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R55 GFC is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C in Red with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R55 GFC, 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 R55 GFC registered?

R55 GFC is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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The MOT history for R55 GFC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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