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RJ05 VRL

2005 Honda VT125C

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,216 mi
Last recorded25,216 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda VT125C11,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 VRL
MakeHonda
ModelVT125C
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 25,216 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm tread minimum. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 27 May 2026 25,202 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork leg seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding Rear brake arm not returning. (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm legal limit is 1mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Rear brake arm locking nut missing

Pass 25 Apr 2025 24,066 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2025 24,066 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 22,109 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 22,086 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 21,748 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 21,748 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 19,246 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

slight loss of front brake reserve travel

Pass 19 Dec 2019 18,464 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 16,897 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 15,349 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 15,349 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released rear brake pedal operation (1.3.1e)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 12,865 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 9,669 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey front cylinder (7.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front end knock when suspension hit bumps no play in system

Pass 19 Nov 2014 9,054 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

chain very dry no lubrication

handlebars slightly bent

Pass 2 Dec 2013 8,008 miles

chassis corrosion on frame painted over

handlebars slightly bent

Fail 26 Nov 2013 7,995 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

chassis corrosion on frame painted over

handlebars slightly bent

Pass 3 Dec 2012 7,204 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 7,144 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear mudguard insecure

oil cooler damaged but not leaking

rear brake lamp taped up not effecting light

rear no plate mounting bracket accident damaged no plate can be read clearly

Pass 27 Sep 2011 5,567 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 3,637 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 1,180 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 161 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT125C?

Based on 15,200 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
917
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 446
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 315
Drive chain excessively loose 275
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 245
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RJ05 VRL is a 2005 Honda VT125C in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Honda VT125C models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 11,402 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 VT125C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 446 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ05 VRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT125C typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Honda VT125C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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RJ05 VRL is a 2005 Honda VT125C, first registered on 22 April 2005.

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