Honda Vtx 1300S
MotorcycleFrom 293 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre, caused 4 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 4 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 3 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| brake fluid below minimum mark | 2 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a lamp not securely attached | 2 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| audible warning not working | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 23.1% of Vtx 1300S failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £57.
Typical mileage
Half of all Vtx 1300Ss tested had between 16,003 and 31,232 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 20,836 median miles, the Vtx 1300S has 0.069 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Vtx 1300S MOT pass rate?
The Honda Vtx 1300S has a 85.7% MOT pass rate based on 293 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Vtx 1300S?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Vtx 1300S is a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Vtx 1300S at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Vtx 1300S is 20,836 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,003 and 31,232 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.