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X848 TKJ

2001 Honda VT125C

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

59,446 mi
Last recorded59,446 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VT125C15,931 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX848 TKJ
MakeHonda
ModelVT125C
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 59,446 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

front mudguard missing

Pass 11 Apr 2024 57,106 miles

throttle cluster slightly loose.

Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cracked. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 55,181 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 52,220 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 52,188 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 51,488 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 49,544 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 43,104 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 33,375 miles

Rear Outer shock springs rusty

Pass 30 Jun 2015 28,822 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

fork tops rusty

n/s/r shock very rusty

Pass 21 Jun 2012 2,845 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 2,845 miles

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 25,201 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 23,368 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 21,527 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 17,879 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 16,202 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 16,202 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Fail 7 Jul 2006 16,165 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

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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X848 TKJ is a 2001 Honda VT125C in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Honda VT125C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 15,931 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 X848 TKJ, 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 25 years old, this Honda VT125C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X848 TKJ registered?

X848 TKJ is a 2001 Honda VT125C, first registered on 20 February 2001.

Is X848 TKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X848 TKJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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