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SV05 FNE

2005 Honda Vtx 1800C

Black Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,397 mi
Last recorded42,397 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C15,309 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 FNE
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1800C
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 42,397 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Jul 2026 42,372 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Lower Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced unit mounting bracket risk of unit falling onto road. (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 42,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower part of frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil leaking close to excess (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear wheel bearing noisy

Pass 21 Jun 2024 41,935 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 41,932 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing arm corroded close to excess (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2023 41,929 miles

Offside Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing arm corroded close to excess (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 40,835 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 37,327 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 34,629 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 30,570 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 26,718 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 23,304 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 20,070 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 17,467 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 15,412 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 12,759 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 10,338 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 8,785 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 5,294 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 4,462 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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SV05 FNE is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C in Black with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SV05 FNE, 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 SV05 FNE registered?

SV05 FNE is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C, first registered on 18 May 2005.

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