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WK55 VTM

2005 Honda Vtx 1800C

Red Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

18,417 mi
Last recorded18,417 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C15,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK55 VTM
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1800C
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 18,417 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 18,409 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 18,332 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 18,219 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 17,230 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 12,760 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 8,702 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 5,781 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 5,527 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 5,362 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 5,333 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded frame cradle (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded swingarm pivot (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 5,103 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 4,921 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 4,904 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 4,679 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 3,511 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 2,933 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2009 2,933 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 1,848 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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WK55 VTM is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C in Red with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 WK55 VTM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK55 VTM registered?

WK55 VTM is a 2005 Honda Vtx 1800C, first registered on 12 September 2005.

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