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Y266 PDM

2001 Honda VT125C

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,583 mi
Last recorded25,583 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VT125C15,931 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY266 PDM
MakeHonda
ModelVT125C
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 25,583 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 25,578 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 25,546 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 25,228 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 24,580 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 22,597 miles

riders saddle cover is damaged,[requires stiching].

Pass 14 Sep 2019 22,407 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 21,027 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2017 18,035 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 17,753 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 17,753 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 28 Apr 2016 17,753 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 17,931 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 17,391 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2013 16,900 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 16,900 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2012 15,966 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front tyre presure low

Pass 20 Apr 2011 15,414 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 15,355 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 15,194 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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Y266 PDM is a 2001 Honda VT125C in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y266 PDM, 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 Y266 PDM registered?

Y266 PDM is a 2001 Honda VT125C, first registered on 18 June 2001.

Is Y266 PDM safe to buy?

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