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YK57 TGC

2008 Honda Vtx 1300S

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,949 mi
Last recorded18,949 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Vtx 1300S9,804 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK57 TGC
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1300S
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 18,949 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 18,842 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 18,238 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 18,238 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 17,511 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2022 17,511 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 17,045 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 15,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2019 14,903 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vtx 1300S?

Based on 5,362 MOT tests across 487 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
880
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 88
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 13
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YK57 TGC is a 2008 Honda Vtx 1300S in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda Vtx 1300S models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 9,804 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 1300S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK57 TGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtx 1300S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Vtx 1300S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK57 TGC registered?

YK57 TGC is a 2008 Honda Vtx 1300S, first registered on 31 December 2008.

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The MOT history for YK57 TGC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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