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V56 DTE

1999 Honda VT125C

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,850 mi
Last recorded63,850 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2014
Typical for 1999 Honda VT125C16,184 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV56 DTE
MakeHonda
ModelVT125C
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2014 63,850 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 57,973 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 3 Oct 2012 57,973 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 53,196 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 48,883 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 48,883 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 43,212 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 43,212 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 37,500 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007
Pass 2 Sep 2006
Pass 23 Aug 2005 20,505 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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V56 DTE is a 1999 Honda VT125C in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Honda VT125C models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 16,184 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 V56 DTE, 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 27 years old, this Honda VT125C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V56 DTE registered?

V56 DTE is a 1999 Honda VT125C, first registered on 28 September 1999.

Is V56 DTE safe to buy?

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