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YK57 VBR

2008 Honda Vtx 1300S

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

18,900 mi
Last recorded18,900 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Vtx 1300S9,804 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK57 VBR
MakeHonda
ModelVtx 1300S
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 18,900 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 16,887 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2025 16,886 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2024 14,844 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2024 14,844 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 14,763 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 13,174 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 13,174 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 13,111 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 12,898 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 VBR is a 2008 Honda Vtx 1300S in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VBR, 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 VBR registered?

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

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