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GL05 XGW

2005 Honda Vt 125 C-4

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

24,024 mi
Last recorded24,024 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Honda Vt 125 C-412,360 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 XGW
MakeHonda
ModelVt 125 C-4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2024 24,024 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Side stand cracked

Fail 11 Oct 2024 24,020 miles

Fuel cap ineffective Seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Kickup to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Tyre is unsuitable Rear marked fitted to front (5.2.3 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Side stand cracked

Pass 30 Sep 2023 23,577 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2023 23,569 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 22,805 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 22,585 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018
Fail 20 Apr 2018

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 13,576 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 28 Apr 2017 13,576 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 8,648 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 29 Jan 2016 8,648 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Fail 23 Jan 2015 3,648 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 3,648 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 526 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 526 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 498 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

How Reliable is the Honda Vt 125 C-4?

Based on 3,069 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
974
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 84
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 68
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 53
Drive chain excessively loose 46
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GL05 XGW is a 2005 Honda Vt 125 C-4 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda Vt 125 C-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 12,360 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 Vt 125 C-4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL05 XGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vt 125 C-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Vt 125 C-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL05 XGW registered?

GL05 XGW is a 2005 Honda Vt 125 C-4, first registered on 13 August 2005.

Is GL05 XGW safe to buy?

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