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SV05 XWB

2005 Honda VT125C

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

17,305 mi
Last recorded17,305 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VT125C11,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 XWB
MakeHonda
ModelVT125C
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 17,305 miles

Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 16,711 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower frame slightly corroded and coated with paint (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm slightly corroded and coated with paint (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 16,214 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight corrosion on frame

swingarm corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2022 15,411 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

frame and swingarm, slight corrosion

Pass 11 Nov 2021 14,877 miles

swingarm corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2020 14,619 miles

rear tyre just starting to split

Pass 8 Nov 2019 14,174 miles

Frame/swing arm slightly corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2018 13,465 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake binding slightly

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swingarm at rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 12,518 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey Front joint (7.1.1b)

Gear lever bent

Rear swing arm ,wheels and frame corroded

Fail 7 Nov 2017 12,518 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey Front joint (7.1.1b)

Gear lever bent

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear swing arm ,wheels and frame corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2013 11,974 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 May 2010 9,551 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 9,522 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 May 2008 6,534 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 6,534 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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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SV05 XWB is a 2005 Honda VT125C in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SV05 XWB, 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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What year was SV05 XWB registered?

SV05 XWB is a 2005 Honda VT125C, first registered on 11 April 2005.

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